| Agent Name |
N-Methylolchloracetamide |
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| CAS Number |
2832-19-1 |
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| Formula |
C3-H6-Cl-N-O2 |
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| Major Category |
Other Uses |
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| Synonyms |
2-Chloro-N-(hydroxymethyl)acetamide; Chloracetamide-N-methanol; Chloracetamide-N-metholol; Grota; Grotan DF-35; N-Methylol-chloracetamide; Acetamide, 2-chloro-N-(hydroxymethyl)-; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Category |
Preservatives/Disinfectants |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a biocide in paints and cleaners; [Kanerva, p. 474-8] |
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| Comments |
A formaldehyde releaser, N-methylolchloroacetamide can cause allergic contact dermatitis in workers handling paints and in hairdressers; [Kanerva, p. 474-8] "Sensitizer in colant oils & cosmetics"; [ChemIDplus] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Explanatory Notes |
"Danger of sensitization of skin." [MAK] |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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