Pau marfim

Agent Name
Pau marfim
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Balfourodendron riedelianum is the scientific name from the [Malo] reference. The [ILO Encyclo, Table 86.1] reference shows pau marfim to belong to the Aspidosperma spp.
Category
Wood Dusts & Extracts
Comments
Occupational asthma reported in a woodworker; [Malo] Allergic contact dermatitis and asthma have been reported. (The scientific name of pau marfim is shown as Aspidosperma spp., A. peroba or A.vargasii.) [ILO Encyclo: Woodworking Processes, Table 1]
Reference Link #1
Occupational rhinitis and asthma caused by inhalation of Balfourodendron riedelianum (Pau Marfim) wood dust.
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Asthma
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent: