Polyfunctional aziridine

Agent Name
Polyfunctional aziridine
Major Category
Plastics & Rubber
Category
Curing Agents (Aromatic)
Comments
Occupational asthma reported in 1/3 of 7 subjects exposed to this paint hardener; [Malo] Trimethylolpropane triacrylate (TMPTA) "reacts with propyleneimine to form polyfunctional aziridine. Sensitization was observed in a textile fabric printer. Patch tests were positive with the polyfunctional aziidine hardener, but were negative to TMPTA." [Kanerva, p. 1745]
Biomedical References

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: