Agent Name |
Oak |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Quercus; European oak (Quercus robur); American oak (Quercus rubrar); Durmast or sessile oak (Quercus petraea) [ACGIH] |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Comments |
"English oak" is a documented cause of occupational asthma. [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis and asthma have been reported. (For "Oak" or "Quercus spp.") [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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