Ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate home ICD10: L23.9

Ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate

Formula CAS
C10H14O4 97-90-5



Background
Ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate is a cross-linking methacrylic monomer. Koppula et al has suggested that ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate should be used as a screening allergen for acrylate dermatitis along with ethyl acrylate, 2-hydroxyethyl acrylate, ethyl a cyanoacrylate, and triethylene glycol diacrylate. These investigators felt that a common carboxy ethyl group was requisite but not essential for allergenicity.

Synonyms
Ethyleneglycol dimethacrylate
EGDMA

Uses
Adhesives
Artificial nails
Dental composites
Printing inks
Prostheses
Sealants

Cross-Reactions

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Referenties
1. Bjorkner, B., The sensitizing capacity of multifunctional acrylates in the guinea pig. Contact Dermatitis, 1984. 11(4): p. 236-46.
2. Farli, M., et al., Occupational contact dermatitis in 2 dental technicians. Contact Dermatitis, 1990. 22(5): p. 282-7.
3. Tosti, A., et al., Occupational airborne contact dermatitis due to ethylene glycol dimethacrylate. Contact Dermatitis, 1991. 24(2): p. 152-3.
4. Guerra, L., et al., Prevalence and sources of occupational contact sensitization to acrylates in Italy. Contact Dermatitis, 1993. 28(2): p. 101-3.
5. Koppula, S., J. Fellman, and F. Storrs, Screening allergens for acrylate dermatitis associated with artificial nails. American Journal of Contact Dermatitis, 1995. 6(2): p. 78-85.


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

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