EPO 60

Agent Name
EPO 60
CAS Number
142443-98-9
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Category
Other Nitrogen Compounds
Sources/Uses
A mixture of amines used by mold makers to cure epoxy resins, EPO 60 contains 4,4'diaminodiphenyl methane, isophorone diamine, and tetraethylene pentamine. [Occupational asthma due to EPO 60. Lambourn EM, Hayes JP, McAllister WA, Taylor AJ. Br J Ind Med 1992 Apr;49(4):294-5. Abstract in NIOSHTIC # 176208]
Comments
Occupational asthma reported in mold maker; [Malo]
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Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

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