title: New contact allergens and allergen sources.
abstract: In the report new contact allergens and allergen sources detected in Warsaw in the period 1975-1977 are described. They are divided into 3 groups: industrial allergens, remaining occupational allergens and cosmetics. There are given some data concerning the substances present in industrial oils, hardeners and epoxy resin solvents, drugs sensitizing nurses, several new sources of chromium allergens, essential oils and synthetic flavours. Results obtained with various star anise oil samples are described. Essential oils and synthetic flavours. Results obtained with various star anise oil samples are described. Essential oils and synthetic flavours are discussed as the main allergens in cosmetics.
mesh_terms: D000485:Allergens / Q000032:analysis*; D003358:Cosmetics / Q000009:adverse effects; D003877:Dermatitis, Contact / Q000276:immunology*; D006801:Humans; D009787:Occupational Medicine
chemical_list: D000485:Allergens; D003358:Cosmetics