Oxirane, 2,2'-((1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene))bis-, homopolymer

Agent Name
Oxirane, 2,2'-((1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene))bis-, homopolymer
CAS Number
25085-99-8
Formula
(C21-H24-O4)x-
Major Category
Plastics & Rubber
Oxirane, 2,2'-((1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene))bis-, homopolymer formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Araldite B; [ChemIDplus] D.E.R. 331 EPOXY RESIN; Propane, 2,2-bis[p-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)phenyl]-, polymers; [Dow Chemical MSDS]
Category
Glycidyl Ethers
Description
Yellow viscous liquid with mild to no odor; [Dow Chemical MSDS]
Sources/Uses
"Polymer used in hip prosthesis." [ChemIDplus] Permitted for use as an inert ingredient in non-food pesticide products; [EPA]
Comments
May cause irritation and skin sensitization; [Dow Chemical MSDS] See "p-Cresyl glycidyl ether."
Biomedical References
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Exposure Assessment

Vapor Pressure
3.45E-10 mm Hg

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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