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Epoxy-dermatitis in a ski-stick factory.

R Suhonen

    Contact Dermatitis
    |March 1, 1983
    PubMed
    Summary

    Epoxy resin in ski-stick dust caused skin allergies in factory workers. The study found both the resin and its hardeners can trigger immediate allergic reactions, highlighting occupational health risks.

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    Area of Science:

    • Occupational Health
    • Dermatology
    • Toxicology

    Background:

    • Skin symptoms were reported by employees at a Finnish ski-stick factory.
    • Epoxy resin was identified as a potential allergen in the workplace.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the cause of contact allergy among ski-stick factory employees.
    • To identify the specific component of epoxy resin responsible for allergic reactions.

    Main Methods:

    • Employees in a ski-stick factory (n=293) with reported skin symptoms were studied.
    • The working environment was assessed for potential allergens, focusing on epoxy resin.

    Main Results:

    • Epoxy resin was the sole identified potential allergen.
    • Ski-stick saw dust containing partly cured epoxy resin was implicated as the sensitizing source.
    • Both epoxy resin and its hardeners were found to cause immediate-type allergy.

    Conclusions:

    • Occupational exposure to epoxy resin, particularly via saw dust, is a significant cause of contact allergy in this factory.
    • The findings broaden the understanding of epoxy resin allergy to include immediate-type reactions beyond those caused by hardeners alone.

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