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Document ID (ISN)55529
CIS number 91-586
Year 1990
Convention or series no. DHHS (NIOSH) Publication No.90-105
Author(s)
US Department of Health and Human Services, Public Health Service, Centers for Disease Control
Title NIOSH Alert - Request for assistance in preventing adverse health effects from exposure to dimethylformamide (DMF)
Bibliographic information Publications Dissemination, Division of Standards Development and Technology Transfer, National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health, 4676 Columbia Parkway, Cincinnati, OH 45226-1988, USA, Sep. 1990. 10p. 38 ref.
Abstract Dimethylformamide (DMF) is readily absorbed through the skin and is a potent liver toxin. It is also known to cause skin problems and alcohol intolerance. Current evidence associating DMF with cancer in humans is not conclusive. Recommendations for the reduction of exposure include information and training of workers, engineering controls, biological monitoring, medical screening and use of personal protective equipment.
Descriptors (primary) USA; health hazards; organic solvents; dimethylformamide
Descriptors (secondary) protective clothing; hepatic damage; limitation of exposure; neoplasms; medical supervision; data sheet; respirators
Document type F - Information notes, codes of practice, standards
Country / State or ProvinceUSA
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s) Chemical safety
Browse category(ies) Amides