Agent Name |
Australian silky oak |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Grevillea robusta; [Kanerva, p. 776] |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Sources/Uses |
The tree is grown in Australia, Africa, Sri Lanka, Indian, and the USA. The wood is used to make interior and exterior building materials. [kanerva, p. 776] |
Comments |
Allergic contact dermatitis has been reported. [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] The allergen is Grevillol. [Kanerva, p. 776] |
Reference Link |
Allergic contact dermatitis to "silver oak" wooden arm bracelets |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
Links to Other NLM Databases |
|
|