Neoprene.
Publication/Presentation Date
12-1-2004
Abstract
Neoprene is a synthetic rubber with many common uses, including use in shoe insoles and adhesives, orthopedic braces, and gloves. Many cases of type IV hypersensitivity from neoprene contact have been reported. Thioureas, the most commonly used vulcanization accelerators in the manufacture of neoprene, are responsible for the majority of these cases. However, thioureas are not included in the TRUE Test whereas the North American Contact Dermatitis Group standard tray contains only mixed dialkyl thioureas. Since most data indicate that many cases will be missed when only mixed dialkyl thioureas are used for screening, a more complete thiourea panel should be used when neoprene hypersensitivity is suspected.
Volume
15
Issue
4
First Page
206
Last Page
209
ISSN
1710-3568
Published In/Presented At
Woo, D. K., Militello, G., & James, W. D. (2004). Neoprene. Dermatitis : contact, atopic, occupational, drug, 15(4), 206–209.
Disciplines
Medicine and Health Sciences
PubMedID
15842066
Department(s)
Department of Medicine
Document Type
Article