Agent Name |
Iroko |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Chlorophora excelsa; African teak; African oak; Rokko; Kambala; Swamp mahogany; Rock elm; West African mulberry; Bush oak; [Kanerva, p. 857] |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Sources/Uses |
This wood from South Africa has many of the desirable qualities of teak and is sometimes used as a substitute for teak. [Kanerva, p. 774] |
Comments |
Occupational asthma reported in a carpenter; [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis was first reported in 1910. The allergen is Chlorophorin. [Kanerva, p. 774] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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