Poplar

Agent Name
Poplar
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Populus
Category
Wood Dusts & Extracts
Comments
The main allergen in poplar bud resin is caffeic acid dimethyl allylic ester (108084-13-7). The same allergen is present in propolis, the "glue" in honeycomb. Allergic contact dermatitis reported in a tree surgeon; [Kanerva, p. 1134]
Reference Link #1
Occupational allergic contact dermatitis from caffeates in poplar bud resin in a tree surgeon
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Reference Link #2
Propolis allergy. (II). The sensitizing properties of 1,1-dimethylallyl caffeic acid ester

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: