Toluenediisocyanate (TDI) home ICD10: L23.9

Toluenediisocyanate (TDI)
Formule CAS
C9H6N2O2 584-84-9



Background
Toluenediisocyanate (TDI) is used in the production of polyurethane foam and other elastomers.

Synonyms
2,4-Diisocyanatotoluene
2,4-Tolylene diisocyanate
Nacconate 10
Toluenediisocyanate
Toluene-2,4-diisocyanate
TDI

Uses
Adhesives
Elastomers
Polyurethane foams
Printing plates

Cross-Reactions

Unusual Reactions
Allergic asthma

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Referenties
1. Calas, E., et al., Allergic contact dermatitis to a photopolymerizable resin used in printing. Contact Dermatitis, 1977. 3(4): p. 186-94.
2. Tanaka, K., et al., Contact sensitivity induced in mice by methylene bisphenyl diisocyanate. Contact Dermatitis, 1987. 17(4): p. 199-204.
3. Estlander, T., et al., Occupational dermatitis from exposure to polyurethane chemicals. Contact Dermatitis, 1992. 27(3): p. 161-5.



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Allergology: background information on allergens.

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