Agent Name |
Ash |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Fraxinus americana; Fraxinus spp.; ash |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Comments |
Fraxinus american (ash) caused asthma in a sawmill worker, and Fraxinus excelsior (ash) caused asthma in a furniture manufacturing worker. [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis has been reported. (For "Ash" or "Fraxinus spp.") [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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