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C3H8N2O3 |
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Background
Urea formaldehyde (Kaurit S) is a textile resin of the formaldehyde releasing type. It is added to textiles provide wrinkle-resistance. It is considered to be a high releaser of formaldehdye (> 1000 ppm of formaldehyde per gram of fabric). It is used in 6% of durable-press fabrics in the United States.
Synonyms
Urea formaldehyde
Kaurit S
Dimethylol urea
Uses
Textiles
Cotton pile fabrics such as velvet and corduroy
Cotton dress fabrics and flannelettes
Viscose rayon fabrics
Wood glue
Cross-Reactions
Unusual Reactions
References
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Fowler, J.F., Jr., S.M. Skinner, and D.V. Belsito, Allergic contact dermatitis from formaldehyde resins in permanent press clothing: an underdiagnosed cause of generalized dermatitis. Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology, 1992. 27(6 Pt 1): p. 962-8. |
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Sheretz, E.F., Clothing dermatitis: practical aspects for the clinician. American Journal of Contact Dermatitis, 1992. 3: p. 55-64. |
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Hatch, K.L. and H.I. Maibach, Textile dermatitis: an update. (I). Resins, additives and fibers. Contact Dermatitis, 1995. 32: p. 319-26. |
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