p-tert-Butylphenol formaldehyde resin

Synonyms

Butylphen formaldehyde resin; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol formaldehyde resin; PTBP formaldehyde; [Marks, p. 114] p-tert-Butylphenolformaldehyde resin; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol, formaldehyde polymer; Ckm 1634; Formaldehyde, p-tert-butylphenol polymer; Paraformaldehyde, formaldehyde, p-tert-butylphenol polymer; p-tert-Butylphenol, formaldehyde resin; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol, polymer with formaldehyde; Formaldehyde, polymer with 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)phenol; [ChemIDplus]

Category

Formaldehyde Resins

Sources/Uses

Uses include: adhesive in shoes, automobile interior upholstery, furniture hobbies, leather, artificial fingernails, and adhesive labels; [Marks, p.113] Used in adhesives to increase flexibility or water resistance; [Kanerva, p. 584] The macromolecular form of the resin is PTPB plastic; Used in glues; [ChemIDplus]

Comments

PTPB formaldehyde resin allergy is seen in shoemakers and other workers who make leather goods with adhesives. The resin may also be used by dental workers, plywood production workers, box makers, insulation installers, and auto workers who use the resin as a sealant. About one half of patients become sensitized while working at home with woodworking and ceramic adhesives. [Marks, p. 113] The CAS # of 4-tert-Butylphenol is 98-54-4. [ChemFinder]

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Diseases

Occupational diseases associated with exposure to this agent:

• Contact dermatitis, allergic

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure:

• Leather Tanning and Processing
• Semiconductor Manufacturing
• Working with Glues and Adhesives

Activities

Activities with risk of exposure:

• Ceramics making
• Woodworking