| Agent Name |
Tatajuba |
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| Major Category |
Biological Agents |
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| Synonyms |
Apuleia leiocarpa; Apuleia molaris; Grapia; Crebianco giono; Bagasse; Garapia; Amarelao; Ferro; Muirataua; Red wood; Garapa; [Kanerva, p. 856] |
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| Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
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| Sources/Uses |
The tree is native to South America. [Kanerva, p. 856] |
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| Comments |
[Dejobert Y, et al. Airborne contact dermatitis from Apuleia leiocarpa wood. Contact Dermatitis. 1995 Apr;32(4):242-3. No abstract available.] The allergens are Oxyayanins A and B, also found in the movingui tree. [Kanerva, p. 856] |
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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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