Ammonium thioglycolate

Ammonium thioglycolate

Formula	CAS
C2H7NO2S	5421-46-5

Background
Ammonium thioglycolate is a reducing agent used in permanent hair waving.

Synonyms
Ammonium thioglycolate
ATG
usafmo-2
perm salt
thiofaca-50
hair waving agent
ammonium marcaptoacetate

Uses
Reducing agent in permanent hair waving

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions
Aerosols may cause asthmatic breathing, an uncontrollable paroxysmal cough, pharyngeal irritation, and blocked nasal passages or nasal drip, especially in astmatic patients. Pharyngeal irritation may last 0.5-2 hr, depending on the degree of sensitivity of the individual.

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Referenties

1.	Yamasaki R, Dekio S, Jidoi J. Allergic contact dermatitis to ammonium thioglycolate. Contact Dermatitis 1984; 11(4):255.
2.	Matsunaga K., et al. Occupational allergic contact dermatitis in beauticians. Contact Dermatitis 1988;18(2):94-96.

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

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