Background
Phenol Formaldehyde Resin (Novolac) is the resin which is produced by acid catalysis. The phenol resins are used for the production of synthetic materials. Allergy is primarly an occupation hazard. Novolac is an adjuvant with hardening and strengthening qualities, especially for butadiene/acrylonitrile copolymers.
SynonymsPhenol Formaldehyde Resin
Novolac
UsesSynthetics
Butadiene/acrylonitrile copolymers
Plastics
Glues
Cross-ReactionsPhenol
Formaldehyde
Unusual ReactionsBack to list of contact allergens
Referenties
| 1. |
Bruze, M., et al., Demonstration of contact
sensitizers in resins and products based on phenol-formaldehyde.
Contact Dermatitis, 1986. 14(3): p. 146-54. |
Author(s):
dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatologist, Amsterdam UMC.
ICD10:
L23.9