| Agent Name |
Australian blackwood |
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| Major Category |
Biological Agents |
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| Synonyms |
Acacia melanoxylon R.Br. |
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| Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
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| Sources/Uses |
This wood of this Australian tree is used for many purposes including indoor and outdoor construction. The tree also grows in Tasmania, Africa, South America, and India. [Kanerva, p. 773 and 857] |
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| Comments |
Allergic contact dermatitis and asthma have been reported. [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] Cases of woodworkers with allergic contact dermatitis have been reported since 1925. The main allergen is Melacacidin. [Kanerva, p. 773 and 857] Occupational asthma was confirmed in 3 furniture workers with specific bronchoprovocation testing. [Malo] |
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| Reference Link |
Contact allergy to Australian blackwood |
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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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| Asthma |
Yes |
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| Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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