Background
Ethylene urea is a finishing agent for textiles and leather. It is used to manufacture polymers. It is prepared from ethylenediamine and carbon dioxide under the influence of heat and pressure.
SynonymsEthylene urea
2-Imidazolidinone
2-Imidazolidone
UsesAdhesives
Textiles and leather
Insecticide
Lacquers
Plasticizers
Cross-ReactionsUnusual Reactions
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Referenties
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Fowler, J.F., Jr., S.M. Skinner, and
D.V. Belsito, Allergic contact dermatitis from formaldehyde
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Author(s):Allergology: background information on allergens.
ICD10: L23.9