| Agent Name |
Bisphenol A-glycidyl methacrylate |
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| Alternative Name |
BIS-GMA |
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| CAS Number |
1565-94-2 |
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| Formula |
C29-H36-O8 |
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| Major Category |
Plastics & Rubber |
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| Synonyms |
(1-Methylethylidene)bis[4,1-phenyleneoxy(2-hydroxy-3,1-propanediyl)] bismethacrylate; Bis-GMA; 2,2-Bis(4-(2-Hydroxy-3-methacryloxypropoxy)phenyl)propane; [ChemFinder] 2,2-Bis(4-(2-Hydroxy-3-methacryloxy-propoxy)phenyl)propane |
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| Category |
(Meth)acrylates |
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| Sources/Uses |
Allergic contact dermatitis in dental workers; [Marks] |
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| Comments |
BIS-GMA is a dimethacrylated epoxy prepolymer based on bisphenol A and glycidyl methacrylate or methacrylic acid and an epoxy resin. BIS-GMA is commonly used as a prepolymer in dental composites. It can be cured by UV light, electron beams, and certain chemicals such as peroxides. [Kanerva, p. 564] |
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| Reference Link |
Allergic contact dermatitis to bisphenol-A-glycidyldimethacrylate (BIS-GMA) dental resin associated with sensitivity to epoxy resin |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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