2-Monomethylol phenol

2-Monomethylol phenol

Formula	CAS
C7H8O2	90-01-7

Background
2-Monomethylol phenol is an intermediate in the production of phenol formaldehyde resins. It is a sensitizer in phenol formaldehyde resins.

Synonyms
2-Monomethylol phenol

Uses
Phenol formaldehyde resins
Local anesthetic (Saligenin)

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions

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Referenties

1.	Bruze M, Fregert S, Zimerson E. Contact allergy to phenol-formaldehyde resins. Contact Dermatitis 1985;12(2):81-86.
2.	Bruze M. Contact sensitizers in resins based on phenol and formaldehyde. Acta Derm Venereol Suppl (Stockh) 1985;119:1-83.
3.	Bruze M. Sensitizing capacity of 2-methylol phenol, 4-methylol phenol and 2,4,6-trimethylol phenol in the guinea pig. Contact Dermatitis 1986;14(1):32-38.

Author(s):
Allergology: background information on allergens.

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