Background
Phenol Formaldehyde Resin (Resol) is the resin which is produced by alkaline catalysis. The phenol resins are used as adhesives and glues.
SynonymsPhenol Formaldehyde Resin, Resol
UsesPlastics
Glues (for wood)
Chipboard
Sandpaper
Technical synthetic fibers
Cross-ReactionsUnusual ReactionsBack to list of contact allergens
Referenties
| 1. |
Bruze, M., Contact sensitizers in resins
based on phenol and formaldehyde. Acta Dermato-Venereologica.
Supplementum, 1985. 119: p. 1-83. |
| 2. |
Bruze, M., et al., Demonstration of contact
sensitizers in resins and products based on phenol-formaldehyde.
Contact Dermatitis, 1986. 14(3): p. 146-54. |
| 3. |
Bruze, M. and G. Almgren, Occupational
dermatoses in workers exposed to resins based on phenol and
formaldehyde. Contact Dermatitis, 1988. 19(4): p. 272-7. |
Author(s):
dr. Jan R. Mekkes. Dermatologist, Amsterdam UMC.
ICD10:
L23.9