| Agent Name |
3,4,5-Tribromosalicylanilide |
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| CAS Number |
24556-65-8 |
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| Formula |
C13-H8-Br3-N-O2 |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
TBS; 3,4,5-Tribromosalicylanilide; Tribromsalan; [Marks, p. 234] |
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| Category |
Halogenated Salicylanilides |
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| Comments |
The halogenated salicylanilides may cause photoallergic contact dermatitis (PACD). Patients with PACD note the appearance of a eczematous rash, usually on the face, neck, dorsum of the hands, and sun-exposed areas on the arms with sparing of areas under the chin and upper eyelids. [LaDou, p. 284] |
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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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| Dermatotoxin |
Contact Dermatitis, Photoallergic |
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