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Agent Name 2-Hydroxypropyl methacrylate
Alternative Name 2-HPMA
CAS Number 923-26-2
Formula C7-H12-O3
Major Category Plastics & Rubber
Synonyms 2-Hydroxypropyl methacrylate; Propylene glycol monomethacrylate; BISOMER HPMA; [ChemFinder]
Category (Meth)acrylates
Comments Allergic contact dermatitis reported in dental technicians; [Kanerva, p. 1186]
Exposure Assessment
Skin Designation (ACGIH) Not evaluated
Adverse Effects
Skin Sensitizer Yes
Links to Other NLM Databases
Health Studies Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: HYDROXYPROPYL METHACRYLATE  
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