Agent Name |
Pine dust and tar |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Pinus species |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Sources/Uses |
Pine and spruce are northern hemisphere trees and members of the Pinacea family. Pine and spruce trees are the sources for turpentine and rosin (colophony). [Kanerva, p. 777-8] |
Comments |
The pine tree is one of the "Plants Causing Allergic Contact Dermatitis." [Marks, p. 244] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
Adverse Effects |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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