| Agent Name |
p-tert-Butylphenol formaldehyde resin |
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| Formula |
(C10-H14-O.C-H2-O)x |
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| Major Category |
Plastics & Rubber |
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| Synonyms |
Butylphen formaldehyde resin; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol formaldehyde resin; PTBP formaldehyde; [Marks, p. 114] |
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| Category |
Formaldehyde Resins |
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| Sources/Uses |
Uses include: adhesive in shoes, automobile interior upholstery, furniture hobbies, leather, artificial fingernails, and adhesive labels; [Marks, p.113] Used in adhesives to increase flexibility or water resistance; [Kanerva, p. 592] |
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| Comments |
PTPB formaldehyde resin allergy is seen in shoemakers and other workers who make leather goods with adhesives. The resin may also be used by dental workers, plywood production workers, box makers, insulation installers, and auto workers who use the resin as a sealant. About one half of patients become sensitized while working at home with woodworking and ceramic adhesives. [Marks, p. 113] The CAS # of 4-tert-Butylphenol is 98-54-4. [ChemFinder] |
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| Reference Link |
Allergic contact dermatitis from para-tertiary-butylphenol-formaldehyde resin (PTBP-F-R) in Northern Ireland |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Reference Link |
Allergic contact dermatitis from para-tertiary-butylphenol-formaldehyde resin (PTBP-FR) in athletic tape and leather adhesive |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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