Ash

Synonyms

Fraxinus americana (White ash); Fraxinus excelsior (Common ash); Fraxinus spp.; ash

Category

Wood Dusts & Extracts

Comments

Fraxinus american (ash) caused asthma in a sawmill worker, and Fraxinus excelsior (ash) caused asthma in a furniture manufacturing worker. [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis has been reported. (For "Ash" or "Fraxinus spp.") [ILO Encyclo: Woodworking Processes, Table 1]

Biomedical References

Yes

Yes

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Asthma, occupational
• Contact dermatitis, allergic