Agent Name |
Western red cedar, dust |
Major Category |
Biological Agents |
Synonyms |
Thuja plicata |
Category |
Wood Dusts & Extracts |
Comments |
Occupational asthma reported in a carpenter, cabinet maker, and sawmill worker; [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis and asthma have been reported. [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] |
Exposure Assessment |
Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
No |
TLV (ACGIH) |
0.5 mg/m3, inhalable fraction |
Adverse Effects |
Asthma |
Yes |
Skin Sensitizer |
Yes |
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