Urushiol

Agent Name
Urushiol
CAS Number
53237-59-5
Major Category
Biological Agents
Urushiol formula graphical representation
Category
Plant-Derived Allergens
Description
Pale yellow liquid; [Merck Index]
Sources/Uses
Main toxic component of poison ivy, poison oak, Asiatic lacquer tree and other members of the genus Toxicodendron and Anacardiaceae; Used in hyposensitization therapy; [Merck Index] Present in Chinese and Japanese lacquer; [HSDB] A mixture of alkylcatechols found in the sap of Anacardiaceae plants; [Kanerva, p. 1845]
Comments
Very active allergen with skin reactions like poison ivy; [Merck Index] Emergency treatment: "Plants-toxicodendrol"; Toxicodendron plants include poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac; [HSDB]
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Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

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