Tuliposide A

Agent Name
Tuliposide A
CAS Number
19870-30-5
Formula
C11-H18-O8
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Tuliposide A; Peruvian lily, Tulip; [Marks, p. 261-2]
Category
Plant-Derived Allergens
Sources/Uses
Allergic contact dermatitis in florists; [Marks]
Comments
Tuliposide A (Alstromeria) and Sesquiterpene lactones (Chrysanthemum) are the most frequently detected allergens in florists. "Florists allergic to Astroemeria also need to avoid tulips since tuliposide A is also found in the stem, leaf, petal, and bulbs of tulips." [Marks, p. 320-22]
Reference Link #1
Bulb dermatitis. Dermatological problems in the flower bulb industries
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Diseases

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