Allergy Patch Testing Wizard

ALLERGY TO: ST167: Nickel Sulphate hexahydrate

CAS#: 10101-97-0 

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to nickel sulphate hexahydrate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is nickel sulphate hexahydrate found?

Nickel is found in inexpensive costume jewellery, earrings, watches and watchbands, buttons on jeans, needles, zippers, lighters, batteries, coins, keys, buckles, eyeglasses frames, orthodontic and orthopaedic devices. Nickel may also be found in metal equipment, furniture, tools, washing machines, razors, scissors, paper clips, cooking utensils and appliances, silverware and handles.  Dietary exposure to nickel can provoke dermatitis in sensitized individuals and foods reported to be high in nickel include: legumes; nuts; whole grain flour; oats; soybeans; shellfish; fish; liquorice; chocolate and potatoes. Additionally, herbal remedies, herbal teas and some OTC multi-vitamins contain high levels of nickel and have the potential to provoke a reaction when ingested in sufficient quantities. Exposure to some medical devices such as nickel-containing infusion cannulas, mitral-valve prostheses and intravenous catheters have also been reported to cause nickel-related reactions. Nickel-containing dental restorations and appliances have also been reported to cause elicitation of an allergic response in sensitized individuals. 

How can you avoid contact with nickel sulphate hexahydrate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• CCRIS 3732
• Caswell No. 596
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code
• 050505
• Nickel monosulphate hexahydrate
• Nickel sulphate hexahydrate
• Nickel (2+) sulphate hexahydrate
• Nickelous sulfate hexahydrate
• Sulfuric acid, nickel (2+) salt, hexahydrate

What are some products that may contain nickel sulphate hexahydrate?

• Belt Buckles
• Clothing Fasteners: including buckles, buttons, hooks, rivets, pins, snaps, zippers
• Complementary and Alternative Remedies (CAR): for asthma, acne, atopic eczema, seborrheic, and psoriasis treatments, herbal remedies, herbal teas, multi-vitamins
• Construction Materials: including alnox (Standard) Electrical Joint Compound, Quikcrete® Colour-Pak (colourant for cement and concrete)
• Foods (canned foods may have higher concentrations): including chocolate, fish, grains, legumes, nuts, potatoes
• Jewellery: including earrings, hair ornaments, metal costume jewellery, some jewellery with white gold, 14-carat yellow gold, chrome, bronze, or brass
• Household Items: including appliances, batteries, coins, cooking utensils, eyeglasses frames, handles, keys, lighters, needles, paper clips, razors, scissors, silverware, washing machines
• Medical devices: including intravenous catheters, joint replacements, nickel-containing infusion cannulas, nickel-containing mitral-valve prostheses
• Metal equipment, furniture, and tools
• Orthodontic and Orthopaedic Devices
• Watches and Watchbands

The most common cause of nickel sensitization in women is ear piercing and direct contact with nickel-containing jewellery.  Both the piercing procedure and subsequent jewellery use may contribute to sensitization.  Despite attempts to prohibit the sale of nickel-containing jewellery, eyeglass frames or clothing accessories in some countries, nickel allergy is increasing in both men and women (reportedly doubling every ten years).  Approximately 24% of U.S. adults ages 15-50 have one or more body piercings.  This factor coupled with ubiquitous exposure to nickel indicates that nickel allergy will continue to be a significant source of allergic contact dermatitis.

Perspiration is a factor in nickel dermatitis and patients often report that their dermatitis is worse in hotter times of the year.  A nickel object worn against perspiring skin may cause an itchy or prickling sensation within 15-20 minutes with an eruption appearing in 45 minutes to an hour.  This same person may be able to wear the same object for hours with no reaction in cooler temperatures when the skin is cool and not perspiring.  Other factors such as friction and pressure combined with the presence of sweat determine whether a nickel-plated object will produce dermatitis in a sensitized individual.

If you have a contact allergy to nickel, it’s important to avoid products that contain this metal.  Nickel detection dimethylglyoxime products such as Alletest Ni provide a safe and effective way to test objects for the presence of nickel.

A dietary reduction of nickel may be suggested by your physician.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA12: Balsam of Peru (myroxylon pereirae resin)

CAS#: 8007-00-9

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to Balsam of Peru. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is Balsam of Peru found?

Balsam of Peru is a fragrant resinous liquid harvested from trees. Although not commonly used today, Balsam of Peru may still be found as a fragrance, flavouring agent or antibacterial ingredient. Balsam of Peru contains a mixture of many substances that are generally related to cinnamon, vanilla, and clove fragrances and flavourings (cinnamon, a combination of cinnamic acid, benzoyl cinnamate, benzoyl benzoate, benzoic acid, vanillin and nerolidol).

How can you avoid contact with Balsam of Peru?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Balsam Peru
• Myroxylon pereirae oleoresin
• Peruvian balsam
• Myroxylon pereirae Klotzsch
• Balsam fir oil
• Abies balsamea
• Balsam fir oleoresin
• EINECS 232-352-8
• FEMA No. 2114
• FEMA No. 2115
• FEMA No. 2116
• FEMA No. 2117
• Hyperabsolute balsam, Peru

What are some products that may contain Balsam of Peru?

• Air Fresheners and Deodorizers
• Animal Repellent
• Cinnamon, Vanilla and Other Spices
• Cleaning Products
• Dental Medicaments and Cements
• Essential Oils and Aromatherapy Products
• Flavoured/Scented Tobaccos
• Foods: including beer, chocolate, citrus, ice cream, tomatoes, vermouth, colas, sodas, cordials and wine

• Herbal and Botanical Products
• Lotions
• Medicated Lozenges
• Medicinal Creams and Ointments: – especially haemorrhoidal creams
• Oral and Lip Medications
• Perfumes and Colognes
• Pesticides
• Scented Candles
• Shampoo/Conditioner

Cross-reactions may occur to colophony (rosin) found in pine trees, wood and coal tars, resorcin monobenzoate, coniferyl benzoate, Tolu balsam, storax, propolis, turpentine, benzoin, tomatoes, orange peel, and clove. Some food ingredients found as components or related to Balsam of Peru include benzyl alcohol, benzyl salicylate, benzoic acid (and its derivative sodium benzoate), cinnamic acid, cinnamic alcohol, amylcinnamaldehyde, eugenol (bay rum), isoeugenol and vanillin. Although benzoic acid and sodium benzoate are not used as fragrance ingredients, you may need to avoid these ingredients which are used as preservatives in skin, hair, cosmetic, and food products.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA24: Colophony

CAS#: 8050-09-7

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to colophony. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is colophony found?

Colophony comes from the sap of coniferous trees such as pines, junipers, firs, and cedars. Colophony (or rosin) is found in personal care and beauty products, topical medications, surface coatings, lubricants, adhesives and sealants, as well as the rosin for string instruments and dancers’ shoes. Another potential source of exposure to colophony is diapers and feminine hygiene products. Colophony derivatives are also found in shoe adhesives, particularly as a tackifier in the rubber cements that are used for sole attachment or for attaching layers below the insole.

How can you avoid contact with colophony?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Colophony
• Abietic alcohol
• Abietyl alcohol
• Methyl abietate alcohol
• Disproportionated rosin
• Colophonium
• Rosin gum
• Rosin
• Wood or pine rosin
• Tall oil
• Abietic acid

What are some products that may contain colophony?

• Asphalt
• Coated Papers
• Cosmetics: including blush, eyeshadows, lip balm, lipsticks, mascara, powder foundation
• Dental Products: including dental cements, fluoride, impression pastes, periodontal dressings
• Diapers/Tampons
• Furniture Polishes and Waxes
• Glues/Adhesives
• Hydrocolloid Dressings
• Industrial Greases/Oils/Solvents
• Lacquers and Varnishes
• Linoleum
• Paints and Stains
• Pine-Oil Cleaners
• Printing Inks
• Rosins: – For dancers’ shoes – For violin, viola and cello
• Soldering Materials
• Stamps
• Tapes
• Topical Medications: especially creams used for acne treatment
• Waterproofing Materials
• Wax Depilatories
• Waxed Threads
• Wood and Sawdust
• Wood Fillers
• Yellow Laundry Bar Soap

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA01: Diazolidinyl Urea (Germall® II)

CAS#: 78491-02-8

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II). This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II) found?

Diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II) is a preservative commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products. This substance may release formaldehyde and cross-reactions to other formaldehyde-releasing substances may occur.

How can you avoid contact with diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II)?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Diazolidinyl urea
• N,N’-Bis(hydroxymethyl) urea
• N-(1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)
• Diazolidinylurea
• Urea, N-(1,3-bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl-N,N’bis(hyd- roxymethyl)
• 1-(1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl)-1,3bis(hydroxymethyl)urea
• EINECS 278-928-2
• Germall® 11
• Imidazolidinyl urea 11
• N-(1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)-N,N’
• bis(hydroxymethyl)urea
• N-(Hydroxymethyl)-N-(1,3-dihydroxymethyl-2,5-dioxo-4
• imidazolidinyl)-N’-(hydroxymethyl) urea

What are some products that may contain diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II)?

• Body Washes/Sprays
• Cleansers
• Cosmetics
• Hair Care
• Moisturizers/Creams/Toners/Lotions
• Pet Care

ALLERGY TO: NA07: 4-Phenylenediamine Base

CAS#: 106-50-3

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 4-phenylenediamine base. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 4-phenylenediamine base found?

Phenylenediamine (PPD) is a chemical substance used in the production of many types of dyes and pigments, including almost all permanent and some semi-permanent hair-colouring products. It is also added to real henna to create “Black Henna.” You may also find phenylenediamine in photographic developers, textile and fur dyes, temporary, paint-on and black henna tattoos, dark-coloured cosmetics, lithography plates, photocopying and printing inks, black rubber, oils, greases, and gasoline.

How can you avoid contact with 4-phenylenediamine base?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 1,4-Benzenediamine
• 1,4-Phenylenediamine
• CI 76060
• p-Phenylenediamine
• 1,4-Diaminobenzene
• 4-Aminoaniline
• AI3-00710
• Benzofur D
• CCRIS 509
• Oxidation Base 10
• Developer 13
• Developer PF
• EINECS 203-404-7
• Fouramine D
• Fourrine D
• Furro D
• Futramine D
• Paraphenylenediamine
• Pelagol D
• Peltol D
• PPD
• Renal PF
• Rodol D
• Santoflex LC
• Tertral D
• USAF EK-394
• p-Aminoaniline
• p-Benzenediamine
• p-Diaminobenzene
• p-Phenyldiamine

What are some products that may contain 4-phenylenediamine?

• Black Rubber Products: – Shoes – Watch bands
• Hair Dyes
• Printing Inks
• Tattoos: – Black henna – Paint on – Temporary

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: ST160: 2-mercaptobenzothiazole

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 2-mercaptobenzothiazole.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 2-mercaptobenzothiazole found?

2-mercaptobenzothiazole is found in the rubber industry. It is used as an accelerator in the creation of rubber products. 

How can you avoid contact with 2-mercaptobenzothiazole?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2(3H)-Benzothiazolethione
• 2-Benzothiazolethiol
• 2-Benzothiazolinethione
• 2-Benzothiazolyl mercaptan
• 2-MBT
• 2-Mercaptobenzothiazole
• AG 63
• AI3-00985
• Accel M
• Accelerator M
• Benzothiazole, mercapto-
• Benzothiazole-2-thione
• Benzothiazolethiol
• CCRIS 891
• Captax
• Caswell No. 541
• Dermacid
• EINECS 205-736-8
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 051701
• Ekagom G
• HSDB 4025
• Kaptaks
• Kaptax
• MBT
• Mebetizole
• Mercaptobenzothiazole
• Mertax
• NCI-C56519
• NSC 2041
• Nuodeb 84
• Nuodex 84
• Pennac MBT powder
• Pneumax MBT
• Rokon
• Rotax
• Royal MBT
• Soxinol M
• Sulfadene
• Thiotax
• USAF GY-3
• USAF XR-29
• Vulkacit M
• Vulkacit mercapto
• Vulkacit mercapto/C

What are some products that may contain 2-mercaptobenzothiazole?

Rubber products used in flooring, gloves and shoes

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA37: Formaldehyde

CAS#: 50-00-0

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to formaldehyde. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is formaldehyde found?

Formaldehyde is used as a preservative and disinfectant in many industrial and household products. It is also used to finish durable press fabrics. Formaldehyde has been replaced by other chemicals in skin and hair care products. These chemicals are known as formaldehyde releasers. It also may be prudent to avoid these chemicals based on your physician’s advice:

• Quaternium-15
• Diazolidinyl urea (Germall® II)
• DMDM hydantoin (Glydant)
• Imidazolidinyl urea (Germall®)
• 2-bromo-2-nitropropane-1,3-diol (Bronopol™)
• Tris nitromethane (Tris Nitro)(industrial biocide)

How can you avoid contact with formaldehyde?

Avoid products that list the following in the ingredients:

Formaldehyde Formalin

Formic aldehyde Methaldehyde

Methyl aldehyde Methylene oxide

Methanal Oxymethylene

What are some products that may contain formaldehyde?

• Baby Products
• Cosmetics
• Fabrics
• Foods
• Gum and Mints
• Household Products
• Personal Care Products
• Pet Care
• Shampoos and Conditioners

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: ST170:  Potassium dichromate

CAS#: 7778-50-9 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to potassium dichromate.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is potassium dichromate found?

Potassium dichromate is found naturally in our environment; in sand, ash, clay, and loam.  It can be found in tools made of steel, and chrome-plated objects (silverware, handles, bracelets, needles, etc.).  Chromium is also used as a component in leather (shoes, suede, upholstery) and fur tanning agents, wood preservatives, anti-corrosion paints, fire retardants, printing inks, colour glazes, chromium pigments, dark textile dyes, concrete, epoxy hardeners, and photographic colour developer.  Chromate is also found in cement (not dried) and metal plating and is a cause of occupational dermatitis in bricklayers, construction workers, and metal workers.

How can you avoid contact with potassium dichromate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Potassiumdichromate
• Dipotassiumdichromate
• Bichromate
• Chromium compounds
• Chromium and chromium salts
• Chromium metal or chrome
• Chromic acid salts

What are some products that may contain potassium dichromate?

• Anti-corrosion Paints
• Chromium Pigments
• Colour Glazes
• Concrete
• Cosmetics: including concealers, eyeliner, eye shadow, foundations, powder
• Dental Care: chrome-nickel alloy dental crowns
• Epoxy Hardeners
• Fire Retardants
• Foods: including apple peel, beer, canned fruit, chocolate, dietary supplement- chromium picolinate, potatoes, spices, tea, vegetables, wine
• Household Items: including handles, needles, silverware
• Jewellery: including bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rings, watches
• Metal Plating
• Natural Products: including ash, clay, loam and sand
• Photographic Colour Developer
• Printing Inks
• Skin Care: including Clean and Clear Morning Burst Facial Cleanser and Scrub, Clean and Clear Oxygenating Facial Scrub, Eucerin Redness Relief, Irish Spring Bar Soap (Aloe and Micro Clean), Soothing Anti-Aging Serum
• Surgical Use: Ethicon® Chromic Surgical Gut Sutures
• Textile Dyes (darks, greens)
• Tools Made of Steel
• Treated Leather and Fur: including belts, butan 129 chrome leather tanning agent, clothing, handbags, shoes and watch bands
• Wood Preservatives: including chromated copper arsenate wood preservative

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA64: Lanolin alcohol

CAS#: 8006-54-0

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to lanolin alcohol.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is lanolin alcohol found?

Lanolin is a natural product obtained from the fleece of sheep and is commonly used in cosmetics and topical medications, such as creams, ointments, and emulsions. It is also used in insect repellent sprays, hairsprays, coatings for condoms, protective creams, shaving creams, sunscreen preparations, dishwashing soaps, furniture polishes, cable insulation, ski waxes, water-proofing products for leather, and shoe polishes. It may also be used as a component of printing inks, drilling oils, cutting oils, and anti-rust coatings.

How can you avoid contact with lanolin alcohol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Alkoholes lanae
• EINECS 232-430-1
• Lanae alcohols
• Lanolin alcohol
• Lanolin alcohols
• Wool alcohols

What are some products that may contain lanolin alcohol?

• Anti-rust coatings
• Cable Insulation
• Coatings for condoms
• Cosmetics: including concealers, mascara, lipstick
• Deodorant/antiperspirants
• Dishwashing soaps
• Drilling and cutting oils
• Eye cosmetics: including eyeliner, eye pencils, shadows
• Hair removers and shaving products
• Hairsprays
• Household polishes and waxes
• Insect Repellent Sprays
• Lipsticks and lip balms/chapstick
• Lotions and Moisturizers:
• Metalworking fluids including lubricants, cutting fluids and corrosion inhibitors
• Pet shampoos, conditioners, and grooming aids
• Printing inks
• Shampoos/conditioners/styling products
• Shave cream, gels
• Shoe polishes
• Ski waxes
• Soap/body wash/cleansers
• Sunscreens
• Water-proofing products for leather

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA33: Bisphenol A Epoxy Resin

CAS#: 25068-38-6

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to epoxy resin. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is epoxy resin found?

Epoxy is a synthetic resin that uses two chemical components (typically diglycidyl ethers and a combination of bisphenol A and epichlorohydrin) to harden or cure. Epoxy resins can be made flexible or rigid, transparent or opaque, fast-setting or slow-setting and are extremely heat and chemical resistant making them ideal for many industrial applications- plastics manufacturing, casting resins, composite and fiberglass resins and two-component adhesives, as well as electrical insulating materials. It may be added to paints and varnishes, textile and paper coatings, concrete, mortar and cement, and to embed and prepare histology specimens. It is also used to manufacture many consumer products such as eyeglass frames, handbags, necklaces, and some vinyl gloves. Epoxy resins are frequently used in dentistry as well.

How can you avoid contact with epoxy resin?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Epoxy resin
• Diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A
• Diomethane diglycidyl ether
• 2,2-bis(4-glycidyloxyphenyl)propane
• Araldite®
• 2,2’-((1-Methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene))bisoxirane
• 2,2-Bis(4-(2,3-epoxypropyloxy)phenyl)propane
• 2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane, diglycidyl ether
• 2,2-Bis(p-glycidyloxyphenyl)propane
• 4,4’-Bis(2,3-epoxypropoxy)diphenyldimethylmethane
• 4,4’-Dihydroxydiphenyldimethylmethane diglycidyl ether
• 4,4’-Isopropylidenebis(1-(2,3-epoxypropoxy)benzene)
• 4,4’-Isopropylidenediphenol diglycidyl ether
• Bis(4-glycidyloxyphenyl)dimethylmethane
• Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)dimethylmethane diglycidyl ether
• Bisphenol A diglycidyl ether
• BPDGE
• CCRIS 1965
• Dian diglycidyl ether
• Diglycidyl bisphenol A
• Diglycidyl diphenylolpropane ether
• Diglycidyl ether of 2,2-bis(p-hydroxyphenyl)propane
• Diglycidyl ether of 4,4’-isopropylidenediphenol
• Diglycidyl ether of bisphenol A
• Diomethane diglycidyl ether
• EINECS 216-823-5
• Oxirane, 2,2’-((1-methylethylidene)bis(4,1-phenyleneoxymethylene))bis

What are some products that may contain epoxy resin?

• Art and Sculpture Materials
• Casting Resins: including smooth-on epoxy casting compounds
• Coated Paper and Textiles
• Concrete, Mortar, Cement
• Dental Restoratives
• Electrical Insulation Materials
• Epoxies
• Fiberglass
• Flooring, Floor Sealers and Coatings
• Model and Mold Construction
• Protective Finishes, Coverings and Surface Coatings
• Two Component Glues and Adhesives
• Two Component Paints and Varnishes

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: ST165 / ST177: Methyldibromo Glutaronitrile (MDBGN)

CAS# 35691-65-7

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to methyldibromo glutaronitrile. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is methyldibromo glutaronitrile found?

Methyldibromo glutaronitrile is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products such as body lotions, facial lotions, and hand lotions, sun screen lotions, baby lotions, shower gels and shampoos, and massage oils.

How can you avoid contact with methyldibromo glutaronitrile?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane
• 1-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-1,3-propanedicarbonitrile
• 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl)glutaronitrile 2-Bromo-2bromoethylglutaronitrile
• BBMG
• Bromothalonil
• Caswell No. 114G
• EINECS 252-681-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code
• 111001
• HSDB 731
• MDBGN
• Metacide 38
• Methyldibromoglutaronitrile
• Pentanedinitrile, 2-bromo-2-(bromomethyl)
• Tektamer
• Tektamer 38
• Tektamer 38AD
• Tuopai DM 01

What are some products that may contain methyldibromo glutaronitrile?

• Body washes
• Cleansers
• Liquids/creams/lotions
• Shampoos/conditioners

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA51: Neomycin Sulphate

CAS#: 1405-10-3

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to neomycin sulphate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is neomycin sulphate found?

Neomycin sulphate is an antibiotic commonly used in many prescription and over-the-counter antibacterial topical creams, powders and ointments, eye drops, and vaginal suppositories. It is also commonly found in dental and veterinary care products. Cross-reactivity may occur to other related aminoglycoside antibiotics, such as kanamycin, tobramycin, framycetin, gentamicin, amikacin, and streptomycin. There is also a high rate co-sensitivity to bacitracin and the most conservative approach is to avoid these medicaments if you are allergic to neomycin.

How can you avoid contact with neomycin sulphate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Neomycin sulphate
• Cortisporin
• Dexacidin
• Intromycin
• Neosone
• Neosporin
• Spectrocin
• Caswell No. 595A
• EINECS 215-773-1
• Fradiomycin sulfate
• Lidamycin crème
• Mycaifradin sulphate
• Myciguent
• Neobiotic
• Neofracin
• Neomix
• Otobiotic
• USAF CB-19
• Tresaderm (Veterinary)
• Neobacimyx (Veterinary)
• Panolog Cream (Veterinary)
• Biosol (Veterinary)
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 006313

What are some products that may contain neomycin sulphate?

• Dental care products
• Ear drops
• Eye drops
• Topical antibiotic creams, powders and ointments
• Vaginal suppositories
• Veterinary care products: creams/ointments

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA21: Cobalt (II) Chloride Hexahydrate

CAS#: 7791-13-1

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate found?

Cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate is a metal used with other metals to make metal alloys. Because cobalt and nickel can be found in many of the same metal products, allergies to both metals can develop. To prevent this, consider wearing jewellery made of sterling silver or other precious metals, rather than costume jewellery. Cobalt is frequently combined with nickel, and this may explain the fact that co-sensitivity to these two metals is common. Nickel-plated objects are reported to be the most common exposure.

How can you avoid contact with cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• CCRIS 7729
• Cobalt chloride hexahydrate
• Cobalt dichloride hexahydrate
• Cobalt(II) chloride hexahydrate
• Cobaltous chloride, hexahydrate
• Cobalt

What are some products that may contain cobalt (II) chloride hexahydrate?

• Artificial joint replacements
• Bricks and cement
• Ceramic paints (blue colours)
• Clothing fasteners: including buckles, buttons, hooks, pins, rivets, snaps, zippers
• Cosmetics: including eyeshadow
• Household tools and utensils
• Hair ornaments
• Jewellery
• Keys
• Magnets
• Orthopaedic and Dental implants/prosthesis
• Paints/enamels/finishes (blue colours)
• Pottery glazes (blue colours)
• Printing inks
• Spray paint (blue colours)
• Vitamin B12 supplements
• Wood stains

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA43: Imidazolidinyl Urea (Germall® 115)

CAS#: 39236-46-9

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to imidazolidinyl urea (Germall® 115). This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is imidazolidinyl urea (Germall® 115) found?

Imidazolidinyl urea (Germall® 115) is an antimicrobial substance used as a preservative in cosmetics, shampoos, deodorants, body lotions, and in some therapeutic topical ointments and creams.

How can you avoid contact with imidazolidinyl urea (Germall® 115)?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Germall® 115
• Imidazolidinyl urea
• Imidurea
• 1,1’-Methylenebis(3-(3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)urea)
• EINECS 254-372-6
• Methanebis(N,N’-(5-ureido-2,4-diketotetrahydroimidazole)-N,Ndimethylol)
• N,N’’-Methylenebis(N’-(3-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxoimidazolidin-4-yl) urea)
• Urea, N,N’’-methylenebis(N’-(1-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4imidazolidinyl)

What are some products that may contain imidazolidinyl urea (Germall® 115)?

• Children’s products: including baby bath, calming lotion
• Cosmetics: including concealer, eye pen/pencil, lash and brow glue, liquid makeup, mascara
• Deodorants
• Fragrance
• Hair care: including conditioner, hairspray, hair rescue, pomade, shampoo
• Lotions and skin care: including after shave and moisturizer, anti-fatigue eye cream, anti-wrinkle firming moisture cream, cuticle remover, deep pore scrub, foaming acne wash (10% BPO), gel cleanser, hand and body lotion, moisture cream, ore-cleansing pads, scrub
• Sunscreens
• Therapeutic topical ointments and creams

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

NA53: Paraben Mix [B]

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to paraben mix [B]. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is paraben mix [B] found?

Parabens are used as preservatives in many over-the-counter medications, cosmetics, personal care, and hygiene products. Paraben mix contains the following substances: Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate, Propyl p-hydroxybenzoate, and Butyl p-hydroxybenzoate. Individuals allergic to parabens often experience reactions to these ingredients only on inflamed skin and may tolerate products which contain these ingredients when they are applied to intact skin. Your physician will advise you on this topic.

How can you avoid contact with paraben mix [B]?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Methyl p-hydroxybenzoate
• Methylparaben
• 4-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester
• Methyl parahydroxybenzoate
• p-methoxycarbonylphenol
• Ethyl p-hydroxybenzoate
• 4-hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester
• Ethylparaben
• Ethyl p-oxybenzoate
• p-carbethoxyphenol
• Propyl p-hydroxybenzoate
• Propylparaben
• 4-hydroxybenzoic acid propyl ester
• Butyl p-hydroxybenzoate
• 4-hydroxybenzoic acid butyl ester
• Butylparaben

What are some products that may contain paraben mix [B]?

• Baby products: including body wash, diaper rash ointment
• Cosmetics: including bronzer, concealer, eye liner, eye shadow, foundation, mascara, powder blush
• Hair care: including hot oil and hair-colour
• Lip balms and lipsticks
• Lotions: including anti-wrinkle, body lotion, cuticle cream, moisturiser, rash ointment
• Medications: including anti-itch cream, first aid cream and spray
• Oral Care: including mouth wash and oral analgesic
• Pet Care: including pet shampoo
• Powders
• Shampoos and conditioners
• Shaving creams and gels
• Skin care products: including those used for acne treatment, cleansing lotions, skin creams and lotions
• Soaps and cleansers
• Sunscreens
• Toothpastes
• Baby and personal care wipes

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA60: Thiuram Mix [A]

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to thiuram mix [A]. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is thiuram mix [A] found?

Thiuram mix [A] contains the following four substances: Tetramethylthiuram monosulphide, Disulfiram, Tetramethylthiuram disulphide, and Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide. These substances are used as fungicides and pesticides, and in the manufacture of many rubber products. You are most likely to contact this substance when using, wearing, or handling natural or synthetic rubber products at work or at home.

How can you avoid contact with thiuram mix [A]?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Tetramethylthiuram monosulphide
• bis(dimethylthiocarbamoyl) sulphide
• tetramethylthiuram sulphide
• tetramethyldithiocarbamic acid anhydrosulphide
• sulfide,bis(dimethylthiocarbamoyl)
• Tetramethylthiuram disulphide
• Thiram
• bis(dimethyl thiocarbamoyl)disulphide
• N,N’-(dithiodicarbonothioyl)bis(N-methylmethanamine)
• Tetramethylthiocarbamoyldisulphide
• Disulfiram
• 1,1’-dithiobis(N,N-diethylthioformamide)
• bis(N,N-diethylthiocarbamoyl) disulphide
• tetraethylthiuram disulphide
• tetraethylthioperoxydicarbonic diamide
• Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide
• disulfide,bis(1-piperidinylthioxomethyl)
• bis(pentamethylene)thiuram disulphide
• 1,1’-(dithiodicarbonothioyl)bispiperidine

What are some products that may contain thiuram mix [A]?

• Animal repellent
• Antabuse medication for alcoholism
• Chemicals used to prevent mildew or mould
• Fungicides and pesticides
• Products made with natural rubber, butyl rubber, nitrile or neoprene: including adhesives, anaesthesia equipment, aprons, condoms and diaphragms, cords, dental dams, ear and headphones, erasers, gloves, goggles, hoses, insulation, masks, mats, plugs, racquet and cricket bat handles, respirators, rubber bands, shoes/boots, swimwear, toys, tubing and wetsuits
• Yard care: especially seed protectant

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA60: Thiuram Mix [A]

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to thiuram mix [A]. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is thiuram mix [A] found?

Thiuram mix [A] contains the following four substances: Tetramethylthiuram monosulphide, Disulfiram, Tetramethylthiuram disulphide, and Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide. These substances are used as fungicides and pesticides, and in the manufacture of many rubber products. You are most likely to contact this substance when using, wearing, or handling natural or synthetic rubber products at work or at home.

How can you avoid contact with thiuram mix [A]?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Tetramethylthiuram monosulphide
• bis(dimethylthiocarbamoyl) sulphide
• tetramethylthiuram sulphide
• tetramethyldithiocarbamic acid anhydrosulphide
• sulfide,bis(dimethylthiocarbamoyl)
• Tetramethylthiuram disulphide
• Thiram
• bis(dimethyl thiocarbamoyl)disulphide
• N,N’-(dithiodicarbonothioyl)bis(N-methylmethanamine)
• Tetramethylthiocarbamoyldisulphide
• Disulfiram
• 1,1’-dithiobis(N,N-diethylthioformamide)
• bis(N,N-diethylthiocarbamoyl) disulphide
• tetraethylthiuram disulphide
• tetraethylthioperoxydicarbonic diamide
• Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide
• disulfide,bis(1-piperidinylthioxomethyl)
• bis(pentamethylene)thiuram disulphide
• 1,1’-(dithiodicarbonothioyl)bispiperidine

What are some products that may contain thiuram mix [A]?

• Animal repellent
• Antabuse medication for alcoholism
• Chemicals used to prevent mildew or mould
• Fungicides and pesticides
• Products made with natural rubber, butyl rubber, nitrile or neoprene: including adhesives, anaesthesia equipment, aprons, condoms and diaphragms, cords, dental dams, ear and headphones, erasers, gloves, goggles, hoses, insulation, masks, mats, plugs, racquet and cricket bat handles, respirators, rubber bands, shoes/boots, swimwear, toys, tubing and wetsuits
• Yard care: especially seed protectant

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA38: Fragrance Mix

Patient information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to fragrance mix.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is fragrance mix found?

Fragrance mix contains eight fragrances: Geraniol, Cinnamaldehyde, Hydroxy- citronellal, Cinnamyl alcohol, alpha-Amylcinnamaldehyde, Isoeugenol, Eugenol, and Oak moss, and the excipient sorbitan sesquioleate. Fragrances can be found in most products. They are used to add flavour or scent to a product or may mask a product’s unpleasant smell. They may come from natural (animals or plants) or synthetic sources.

How can you avoid contact with fragrance mix?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• alpha-amylcinnamaldehyde
• Amyl cinnamal
• Amylcinnamaldehyde
• Cinnamal
• Cinnamaldehyde
• Cinnamic alcohol
• Cinnamic aldehyde
• Cinnamyl alcohol
• Eugenol
• Evernia prunastri
• Geraniol
• Hydroxycitronellal
• Isoeugenol
• Oak moss
• Oakmoss absolute resin
• Oakmoss concrete
• Oakmoss oil or extract
• Sorbitan sesquioleate

What are some products that may contain fragrance mix?

• Analgesics
• Antiseptics
• Baby Products
• Bath Oils
• Breath mints
• Cassia oils (cinnamon flavour)
• Cosmetics: including aftershaves, colognes, perfumes, soaps, tonics, hair care, lotions/creams, dental products, dental cements, impression materials, mouthwash, periodontal packings, toothache drops or gels, toothpastes
• Household cleaners
• Ice cream
• Laundry products: including detergents and fabric softener
• Lollies
• Medicaments
• Pastries
• Soft drinks
• Topical medication

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA15: Black Rubber Mix

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to black rubber mix. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is black rubber mix found?

Black rubber mix or its components is used to make black or dark grey rubber products such as shoes, tires, goggles, and sporting equipment.

How can you avoid contact with black rubber mix?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• N-Isopropyl-N’-phenyl-paraphenylenediamine
• N-phenyl-N’-isopropyl-p-phenylenediamine
• N-Cyclohexyl-N’-phenyl-paraphenylendiamine
• N-cyclohexyl-N’-phenyl-1,4-benzenediamine
• N,N’-Diphenyl-paraphenylenediamine
• diphenyl-p-phenylenediamine
• 1,4-dianilinobenzene
• p-phenylaminodiphenylamine
• p-bis(phenylamino)benzene
• 4,4’-diphenyl-p-phenylenediamine

What are some products that may contain black rubber mix?

• Health Care and Laboratory Equipment: including black rubber eyepieces of a microscope
• Household Products: including ear/headphones, goggles, hoses, shoes, tires, tubing
• Office Products: including feet and wheels on equipment

• Personal Products: including earphones, elasticized clothing such as underwear, diving suits, and leg support bandages, eyelash curlers, face masks, pens with grippers, rubber boots, shoes, walking stick handles
• Sports Equipment: including boots, goggles, masks, racquet and cricket bat handles, squash balls, wetsuits

Cross-reactions may occur to the related chemicals p-phenylenediamine and paraminodiphenylamine which are found in some hair dyes as well as certain textile dyes, such as the disperse dyes. Patients allergic to black rubber mix should avoid contact with black or dark rubber products, but some sources are not easily identifiable by their colour, such as elastic in clothing.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA09: Methylchloroisothiazinoline/Methylisothiazinolone

CAS#: 55965-84-9

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to methylchloroisothiazinoline/methylisothiazinolone. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is methylchloroisothiazinoline found?

This substance is a preservative used in personal hygiene products (such as shampoos, lotions, emulsions, and sunscreens), and in industrial cooling oils, cutting oils, and paper finishes. It is also commonly added to household cleaners as a substitute for formaldehyde. This substance is a component in Kathon and Grotan preservatives.

How can you avoid contact with methylchloroisothiazinoline?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-Isothiazolin-3-one, 5-chloro-2-methyl
• 5-Chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one
• Methylchloroisothiazolinone
• 3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 5-chloro-2-methyl
• BRN 1210149
• EINECS 247-500-7
• Kathon CG 5243

What are some products that may contain methylchloroisothiazolinone?

• Body washes/hand soaps/moisturisers
• Cleaners
• Hair products/dyes
• Paints and stains
• Pet care
• Shampoos/conditioners
• Yard care products

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA50:  Methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol (MDBGN)

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol found?

Methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol is a preservative composed of 80% phenoxyethanol and 20% methyldibromo glutaronitrile, the latter of which is a principle allergen.  It is commonly used in cosmetics and personal care products such as body lotions, facial lotions, and hand lotions, sunscreen lotions, baby lotions, shower gels and shampoos, and massage oils.  It may also be found in industrial cutting oils, drilling oils, and coolants.

How can you avoid contact with methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-Phenoxyethanol
• Ethanol, 2-phenoxy-
• Ethylene glycol monophenyl ether
• Phenoxyethanol
• Phenoxytol
• 1-Hydroxy-2-phenoxyethane
• 2-Hydroxyethyl phenyl ether
• 2-Phenoxyethyl alcohol
• 4-06-00-00571 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• AI3-00752()C
• Arosol
• BRN 1364011
• EGMPE
• EINECS 204-589-7
• HSDB 5595
• NSC 1864
• Phenoxethol
• Phenyl cellosolve
• Phenylmonoglycol ether
• Rose ether
• beta-Hydroxyethyl phenyl ether
• 1,2-Dibromo-2,4-dicyanobutane
• 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl) glutaronitrile
• 2-Bromo-2-(bromomethyl) pentanedinitrile
• Methyldibromo glutaronitrile
• 1-Bromo-1-(bromomethyl)-1,3propanedicarbonitrile
• BBMG
• Bromothalonil
• Caswell No. 114G
• EINECS 252-681-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 111001
• HSDB 7313
• MDBGN
• Pentanedinitrile, 2-bromo-2(bromomethyl)-

What are some products that may contain methyldibromo glutaronitrile/phenoxyethanol?

• Baby Care: including Johnsons Baby Gentle Cleansing Cloths, Head to Toe
• Body Washes
• Cosmetics: including lip-gloss, make-up, mascara, eye pen/cil
• Hair Care: including moisturisers, conditioners, shampoos, gels and rinses
• Hair Dyes
• Industrial Cutting Oils, Drilling Oils and Coolants
• Massage Oils
• Skin Care: including moisturisers, cleansing cloths, face wash/scrubs, eye creams
• Sunscreens

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA57: Sesquiterpene Lactone Mix

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to sesquiterpene lactone mix. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is sesquiterpene lactone mix found?

Sesquiterpene lactone is found in many plants from the Composite or Asteraceae family-(AKA daisy, aster or sunflower family). Sesquiterpene lactone mix contains alantolactone, dehydrocostus lactone, and costunolide. Patients allergic to sesquiterpene lactone mix may react to the plant or pollen, as well as cosmetics, ointments, creams, lotions, and topical medicaments that use these plant extracts.

How can you avoid contact with sesquiterpene lactone mix?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Alantolactone
• CAS RN:546-43-0
• EINECS 208-899-3
• Costunolide
• Costus Lactone
• CAS RN:553-21-9
• Dehydrocostunolide
• Dehydrocostus Lactone
• CAS RN: 477-43-0

What are some products that may contain sesquiterpene lactone mix?

• Cosmetics
• Creams and lotions
• Herbal supplements
• Plants from the composite family: namely: arnica, artichoke, bitterweed, boneset, broomweed, burdock, capeweed, chamomile, champaca of perfumery, chicory, chrysanthemum, cocklebur, cosmos, costus of perfumery, cotton thistle, encelia, feverfew, fireweed, fleabane, gayule, hampweed, ironweed, laurel, leafcup, lettuce, liverwort, marguerite, marigold, marsh elder, mugwort, oxeye, parthenium, pyrethrum, ragweed, sagebrush, sneezeweed, sow thistle, star thistle, stinkwort, sunflower, tansy, tulip tree, whitewood of commerce, wormwood and yarrow
• Teas
• Topical Medicaments

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA70: Fragrance Mix II

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to fragrance mix II. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is fragrance mix II found?

Fragrance mix II contains the six additional substances that are often found in a variety of products: Coumarin, Lyral, Citronellol, Farnesol, Citral, a-Hexylcinnamicaldehyde. Fragrances can be found in most products. They are used to add flavour or scent to a product or may mask a product’s unpleasant smell. They may come from natural (animals or plants) or synthetic sources.

How can you avoid contact with fragrance mix II?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Coumarin
• Lyral
• Citronellol
• Farnesol

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

NA08: 4-tert-Butylphenol Formaldehyde Resin

CAS#: 25085-50-1

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 4-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 4-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin found?

4-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin is an adhesive commonly used to bond leather, rubber to rubber, or rubber to metal surfaces. It is principally found in glued leather goods such as shoes, handbags, belts, and watchstraps. It is a common cause of shoe allergic contact dermatitis.

How can you avoid contact with 4-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol, formaldehyde polymer
• Formaldehyde, p-tert-butylphenol polymer
• Paraformaldehyde, formaldehyde, p-tert-butylphenol polymer
• p-tert-Butylphenol formaldehyde resin
• PTBP formaldehyde
• Butylphen
• Paratertiary butylphenol formaldehyde resin
• p-t-Butylphenol formaldehyde resin

What are some products that may contain 4-tert-butylphenol formaldehyde resin?

• Adhesive on Electrocardiograph Monitoring Electrodes
• Automobile Components: including some motor oils and upholstery
• Boxes
• Deodorants
• Diapers
• Disinfectants
• Duplicating paper
• Fiberglass
• Film developers
• Furniture
• Glues for fabric and upholstered furniture
• Glued rubber and leather goods: including belts, handbags, hats, shoes and watchbands
• Ink
• Insecticides
• Insulation
• Medical Products: including athletic tape, braces (knee), dental bonding materials
• Nail adhesives
• Plywood
• Polychloroprene adhesives
• Prosthesis
• Resins: including thermosetting resins for contact cements and metal coatings
• Surface coatings, varnishes and inks

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA62: Tosylamide/Formaldehyde Resin

CAS#: 25035-71-6

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to tosylamide/ formaldehyde resin. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is tosylamide/formaldehyde resin found?

This substance is formed by the condensation of formaldehyde and toluenesulfonamide, and is often known by the brand names Santolite MHP and Santolite MS. It is found in most nail lacquers, polishes, and hardeners. It may be used in industrial applications as a modifier and adhesive primer for natural and synthetic resins during the manufacture of films. It is also found in vinyl lacquers and nitrocellulose compositions.

How can you avoid contact with tosylamide/formaldehyde resin?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-Toluenesulfonamide-formaldehyde resin
• Benzenesulfonamide, 4-methyl-, polymer with formaldehyde
• Tosylamide/formaldehyde resin
• Santolite MS
• Santolite MHP

What are some products that may contain tosylamide/ formaldehyde resin?

• Industrial Adhesive Primer
• Nail Hardeners
• Nail Polishes
• Nitrocellulose Compositions
• Vinyl Lacquers

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP106:  Quaternium 15 (Dowicil 200)

CAS#: 51229-78-8 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to quaternium 15.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is quaternium 15 found?

Quaternium 15 is commonly used in personal care products such as cosmetics, soaps, and shampoos.  It also is found in industrial polishes, waxes, inks, paints, and metal working fluids.  It belongs to a group of preservatives known as formaldehyde-releasing agents.

How can you avoid contact with quaternium 15?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Quaternium-15
• chloroallyl methenamine chloride
• hexamethylenetetramine chloroallyl chloride
• 3,5,7-triaza-1-azoniaadamantane,1-(3chloroallyl)-,chloride
• N-(3-chloroallyl)hexaminium chloride
• 1-(3-Chloroallyl)-3,5,7-triaza-1azoniaadamantane chloride, cis form
• 3,5,7-Triaza-1azoniatricyclo(3.3.1.13,7)decane, 1-(3chloro-2-propenyl)-, chloride, (Z)- Hexamethylenetetramine chloroallyl chloride, cis isomer

What are some products that may contain quaternium 15?

Baby Products: including washes, wipes, shampoo and oils

• Body Washes: including washes/cleansers, bubble bath mix
• Cosmetics: including bronzers, blushes, powders, foundations
• Industrial Uses: including inks, paints, polishes and waxes
• Pet products
• Shampoos
• Shaving cream and gels
• Sunscreens

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

CS498:  Tixocortol-21-pivalate

CAS#: 55560-96-8

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to tixocortol-21pivalate.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is tixocortol-21-pivalate found?

Tixocortol-21-pivalate is an anti-inflammatory topical corticosteroid used in the treatment of rhinitis (as a nasal suspension or aerosols), pharyngitis (as lozenges), ulcerative colitis (as enema or rectal solution), and oral, inflammatory conditions (as a suspension or a powder).  It is also the principle screening substance for contact allergies to class A steroids.

How can you avoid contact with tixocortol-21-pivalate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Tixocortol 21-pivalate
• Tixocortol pivalate
• 11beta,17-Dihydroxy-21mercaptopregn-4-ene-3,20-dione 21pivalate
• EINECS 259-706-4
• JO 1016
• Pivalone
• Pregn-4-ene-3,20-dione, 21-((2,2dimethyl-1-oxopropyl)thio)-11,17dihydroxy-, (11beta)-
• S-(11beta,17-Dihydroxypregn-4-ene3,20-dione) 21-(thiopivalate)

What are some products that may contain tixocortol-21-pivalate?

Medications: including creams, drops, lotions, nasal sprays, ointments, powders, rectal suspensions

You may also react to products that contain:

• Amcinonide

• Budesonide
• Cloprednol
• Desonide
• Fludrocortisone acetate
• Fluocinolone acetonide
• Fluocinonide
• Flurandrenolide
• Halcinonide
• Hydrocortisone
• Hydrocortisone 17-butyrate
• Hydrocortisone acetate
• Hydrocortisone butyrate
• Hydrocortisone probutate
• Hydrocortisone buteprate
• Hydrocortisone valerate
• Methylprednisolone
• Micronized fluocinonide
• Prednicarbate
• Prednisolone
• Prednisolone acetate
• Steroid: group b
• Steroid: group d2
• Triamcinolone

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA13: Benzocaine

CAS#: 94-09-7

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to benzocaine. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is benzocaine found?

Benzocaine is a topical anaesthetic frequently used in cold medicine, cough syrups, throat and mouth medicines, haemorrhoid medicine, sunburn ointments, pain-relieving ointments, anti-itch ointments, wound ointments and powders. It is a common sensitizer and may cause photosensitization in some people.

How can you avoid contact with benzocaine?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Benzocaine
• 4-carbethoxyaniline
• ethyl PABA
• benzoic acid, 4-amino-,ethyl ester
• ethyl 4-aminobenzoate

What are some products that may contain benzocaine?

After sun care lotions

Cold/flu medicine

Cough syrups

Itch relief products

Oral and nasal analgesics

Pain relief sprays, ointments and gels

Pet care products

Throat lozenges and sprays

Vaginal and perianal care

Patients allergic to benzocaine may also experience reactions to other esther type anaesthetics and unless shown not to be allergic to other esther anaesthetics, they should be avoided. You may cross-reaction to para-phenylenediamine in hair dye, PABA and related compounds in sunscreens, topical sulphonamides, and azo dyes in clothing.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA16: Budesonide

CAS#: 51333-22-3

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to budesonide. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is budesonide found?

Budesonide is a Group B glucocorticoid steroid for the treatment of asthma, hay fever and other allergies, and for treatment and prevention of nasal polyposis. Additionally, it is used for inflammatory bowel disease.

How can you avoid contact with budesonide?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Budesonide
• CCRIS 5230
• EINECS 257-139-7
• S 1320
• (11-beta,16-alpha)-16,17-(Butylidenebis(oxy))-11,21-dihydroxypregna1,4-diene-3,20-dione
• (RS)-11beta,16alpha,17,21-Tetrahydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione cyclic 16,17-acetal with butyraldehyde
• 16-alpha,17-alpha-Butylidenedioxy-11-beta,21-dihydroxy-1,4pregnadiene-3,20-dione
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 16,17-(butylidenebis(oxy))-11,21dihydroxy-, (11-beta,16-alpha)-
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 16,17-butylidenebis(oxy)11,21-dihydroxy-, (11beta,16alpha(R))-, and 16alpha,17-((S)Butylidenebis(oxy))-11beta,21-dihydroxypregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione,16,17-(butylidenebis(oxy))-11,21dihydroxy-, (11beta,16alpha)-

What are some products that may contain budesonide?

• Allergy medication: especially those nasally inhaled/orally inhaled

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: CL441:  Propylene glycol

CAS#: 57-55-6   

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to propylene glycol.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is propylene glycol found?

Propylene glycol is used as a softening agent, preservative, humectants, and solvent in cosmetics, fragrances, topical medications, soaps and cleansers, hair care products, and deodorants.  Propylene glycol is also found in oral treatments as well as many foods.  It is also added during the manufacture of many industrial fluids, such as solvents, thinners, antifreeze, other de-icing fluids, desiccants, brake fluids, and polyester resins.

How can you avoid contact with propylene glycol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Propylene glycol
• 1,2-Propanediol
• 1,2-Dihydroxypropane
• 2-Hydroxypropanol
• EINECS 200-338-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 068603
• Isopropylene glycol
• Methylethyl glycol

What are some products that may contain propylene glycol?

• Antiperspirants and deodorants (sprays and roll-ons)
• Auto care products
• Cosmetics including concealers, lipsticks, mascara, eye colour, foundations, lip gloss and chapsticks
• Creams and lotions including those with zinc oxide, some Cetaphil products, some dove products, some Johnson’s products, some products with shea butter

• Foods including some dressings, cakes and cake-mixes, marinades
• Hair care products including shampoos, conditioners, gels, clays, hairsprays

• Household cleaners and detergents including some citrus cleaners, some Windex products, some stain/scum removers and some room deodorisers
• Lozenges (throat)
• Mascara products
• Oral care products including mouthwash/rinses, some toothpastes
• Paints, stains, enamels and sealers
• Pet care products including shampoos/conditioners
• Shave creams/gels
• Soaps and cleansers
• Sunscreens
• Topical medications including steroid creams, some Benadryl products, some acne treatments
• Wipes
• Yard care products

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP118: Benzyl Alcohol

CAS#: 100-51-6

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to benzyl alcohol. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is benzyl alcohol found?

Benzyl alcohol is found in over-the-counter medications, topical creams, lotions, shampoos, and facial cleansers as an antibacterial, preservative, and/or fungicide. Benzyl alcohol is found in many naturally occurring plant products such as Balsam of Peru and is also a component of essential oils such as hyacinth, jasmine, and ylang ylang oils. Benzyl alcohol is also prevalent in hair dyes, shampoos, facial cleansers, sunscreens, fragrances, and cosmetics.

How can you avoid contact with benzyl alcohol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (Hydroxymethyl)benzene
• Benzenemethanol
• Benzoyl alcohol
• Benzyl alcohol
• Hydroxytoluene
• Methanol, phenyl
• Phenylcarbinol
• Phenylmethanol
• alpha-Toluenol

What are some products that may contain benzyl alcohol?

• Cosmetics including lipstick, mascara, powder makeup, deodorant
• Foods including apricots, cocoa, cranberries, honey, mushrooms, snap peas
• Hair care including conditioners, hair colour/dye, shampoos
• Industrial products including concrete primers, crack filler, epoxy putty sealant
• Oral care products including cold sore gels, oral anaesthetic
• Shaving creams and gels
• Skin care products including baby lotion, blemish remover, body lotion, cleansing cloths, nappy rash cream, sunscreens

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA58: Tea Tree Oil, Oxidized

CAS#: 68647-73-4

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to tea tree oil. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is tea tree oil found?

Tea tree (Maleluca) oil is used as an antiseptic, antifungal, and disinfectant, and may be found as a component of skin care and nail care products. Tea tree leaves have been used for treating cuts, burns, and infections. It may also be found in household products like detergents, soaps, and gentle cleansers as well as in personal care products like shampoos, oral care products, and lip balms.

How can you avoid contact with tea tree oil?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Tea tree oil
• CCRIS 9084
• Melaleuca alternifolia oil
• T36-C7
• Tea extract
• Tea leaf, absolute
• Tea oil

What are some products that may contain tea tree oil?

• Baby products including baby powder, baby shampoo, detergents/cleansers
• Hair care products including conditioner, shampoo
• Body lotions
• Nail Care Products
• Pet care products including horse cleaner
• Shampoo
• Skin Care Products

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGEY TO: ST164: Cetylstearylalcohol

CAS#: 8005-44-5

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to cetylstearylalcohol. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is cetylstearylalcohol found?

Cetylstearylalcohol is an emollient and lubricant found in facial creams, lotions, and hair conditioners.

How can you avoid contact with cetylstearylalcohol?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (C16-C18) Alkyl alcohol
• (C16-C18)-Alkyl alcohol
• EINECS 267-008-6

What are some products that may contain cetylstearylalcohol?

• Creams
• Shampoos and conditioners

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA25: Compositae Mix

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to compositae mix. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is compositae mix found?

Compositae mix consists of extracts of the following plants from the compositae or Astraceae family: common yarrow, mountain arnica, German chamomile, feverfew, and the common tansy. Extracts of these plants may be found in cosmetics and skin care products and hair care products, anti-inflammatory medications, ointments and tinctures, mouth washes, and herbal lozenges.

How can you avoid contact with compositae mix?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Achillea
• Achillea millefolium
• Arnica
• Arnica flower
• Arnica latifolia
• Arnica montana
• Blue chamomile oil
• Caswell No. 167E
• Chamomile
• Common tan
• Common yarrow
• FEMA No. 2273
• Feverfew
• Flores arnica
• German chamomile
• German chamomile extract
• Leopard’s bane
• Matricaria chamomilla L.
• Matricaria oil
• Milfoil
• Mountain arnica
• Mountain tobacco
• Oil of matricaria
• Sy
• Wild chamomile oil
• Wolf’s bane
• Yarrow
• Yarrow herb
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 128853

What are some products that may contain Compositae mix?

• Anti-Inflammatory medications, ointments and tinctures
• Cosmetics
• Lip balms
• Hair care products
• Herbal lozenges
• Herbal teas
• Mouth washes
• Skin care products

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: EE367: 4-Chloro-3-Cresol (PCMC)

CAS#: 59-50-7

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 4-chloro-3cresol. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 4-chloro-3-cresol (PCMC) found?

4-chloro-3-cresol is used as a disinfectant and preservative found in creams, shampoos, antiseptics, disinfectants, and fungicides.

How can you avoid contact with 4-chloro-3-cresol (PCMC)?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-Chloro-5-hydroxytoluene
• 2-Chloro-hydroxytoluene
• 3-Methyl-4-chlorophenol
• 4-Chloro-3-cresol
• 4-Chloro-3-methylphenol
• 4-Chloro-5-methylphenol
• 4-Chloro-m-cresol
• 6-Chloro-3-hydroxytoluene
• 6-Chloro-m-cresol
• AI3-00075
• Aptal
• BRN 1237629
• Baktol
• Baktolan
• CCRIS 1938
• CMK
• Candaseptic
• Caswell No. 185A
• Chlorcresolum
• Chloro-3-cresol
• Chlorocresol
• Chlorocresolum
• Clorocresol
• EINECS 200-431-6
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 064206
• HSDB 5198
• NSC 4166
• Ottafact
• PCMC
• Parachlorometacresol
• Parmetol
• Parol
• Peritonan
• Phenol, 4-chloro-3-methyl-
• Preventol CMK
• RCRA waste number U039
• Raschit
• Rasen-Anicon
• p-Chlor-m-cresol
• 4-Chloro-1-hydroxy-3-methylbenzene
• 4-06-00-02064 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)

What are some products that may contain 4-chloro-3-cresol (PCMC)?

• Cosmetics
• Creams
• Household products including adhesives and glues, cooling fluids, corticosteroid creams, inks, metalworking fluids, packing materials, paints, textile finishes, varnishes
• Tanning agents
• Topical antiseptics and disinfectants

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: DC341: Basic Red 46

CAS#: 12221-69-1

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to basic red 46.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is basic red 46 found?

Basic red 46 is a dark red powder dye used in wool, silk, acrylic/cellulosic (cotton or linen) fibre blends, polyester and acrylic textile printing (sweaters, shirts, socks etc.)  Allergic patients should avoid contact with these materials, wash new clothing or bed linens multiple times before use, and wear fabric made of natural fibres such as silk, wool, and cotton.

How can you avoid contact with basic red 46?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients: 

• Basic red 46
• Cationic red X-GRL
• 3(or5)-[[4-[benzylmethylamino]phenyl]azo]-1,2(or1,4)-dimethyl-1H-1,2,4-triazolium bromide I. Basic red 46; 5-[(E)-{4-[benzyl(methyl)amino]phenyl}diazenyl]-1,4-dimethyl-4,5-dihydro-1H-1,2,4triazol-1-ium bromide

General advice

Wear loose fitting clothes if possible and avoid nylon stockings especially dark colours.

Wash new clothing or bed linens twice before use.

Wash all new clothes and bed linens three times before using.

Try to wear natural-based fabrics, silk, cotton, and wool.

Long sleeve white silk underwear can be worn if certain outer wear fabrics cannot be avoided.

What are some products that may contain basic red 46? Products that have been coloured dark red:

• Acetate and polyester fabrics/liners
• Bedding
• Clothing
• Socks

Fire-retardant work apparel 

Some patients with disperse dye allergy also react to para-phenylenediamine.

Patients allergic to a disperse dye should avoid polyester and acetate fabrics (and nylon, if possible).  They should also avoid garments made from pure polyester, acetate blends, coloured blue or dark colours like black, brown, green, violet and purple.

Levi Strauss 501 blue jeans usually do not cause dermatitis in dye-sensitive individuals.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP85: Chloroacetamide

CAS#: 79-07-2 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to  chloroacetamide.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is chloroacetamide found?

This substance is an industrial preservative used in the textile and paper industries for waxes and synthetic polymers. It is used in vegetable tanning liquors and on finished leather during drying and storage. 

How can you avoid contact with chloroacetamide?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-Chloroethanamide
• 4-02-00-00490 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• AI3-60133
• BRN 0878191
• Chloroacetamide
• EINECS 201-174-2
• HSDB 7449
• Mergal AF
• Microcide
• NSC 54286
• USAF DO-29

What are some products that may contain chloroacetamide?

• Industrial Chemicals
• Leather Finishes
• Paints

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: CS503: Prednisolone

CAS#: 5-24-8 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to prednisolone.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is prednisolone found?

Prednisolone is found in medications used to treat inflammatory conditions such as arthritis, colitis, asthma, bronchitis, skin rashes, and allergic conditions of the eyes and nose.

How can you avoid contact with prednisolone?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (11beta)-11,17,21-Trihydroxypregna1,4-diene-3,20-dione
• 1,2-Dehydrohydrocortisone
• 1,4-Pregnadiene-11-beta,17-alpha,21triol-3,20-dione
• 1,4-Pregnadiene-3,20-dione-11-beta,17alpha,21-triol
• 1-Dehydrohydrocortisone
• 11-beta,17,21-Trihydroxypregna-1,4diene-3,20-dione
• 3,20-Dioxo-11beta,17alpha,21trihydroxy-1,4-pregnadiene
• 4-08-00-03467 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• BRN 1354103
• Bubbli-Pred
• CCRIS 980
• CO-Hydeltra
• Codelcortone
• Cordrol
• Cortalone
• Cotogesic
• Decaprednil
• Decortin H
• Delcortol
• Deltacortenol
• Deltacortril
• Deltahydrocortisone
• Deltisilone
• Derpo PD
• Dexa-Cortidelt hostacortin H
• Di-adreson F
• Dicortol
• Donisolone
• Dydeltrone
• EINECS 200-021-7
• Eazolin D
• Erbacort
• Erbasona
• Estilsona
• Fernisolone
• Fernisolone P
• Flo-Pred
• HSDB 3385
• Hostacortin H
• Hydeltra
• Hydeltrone
• Hydrodeltalone
• Hydrodeltisone
• Hydroretrocortine
• K 1557
• Lentosone
• Metacortandralone
• Meti-Derm
• Meticortelone
• NSC 9120
• Orapred
• Orapred ODT
• PRDL
• Paracortol
• Pediapred
• Precortancyl
• Precortilon
• Precortisyl
• Predne-Dome
• Prednelan
• Prednicen
• Predniliderm
• Predniretard
• Prednis
• Prednisolone
• Prednisolonum
• Predonine
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 11,17,21trihydroxy-, (11beta)- „ Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 11beta,17,21-trihydroxy-
• Prelone
• Prenolone
• Rolisone
• Scherisolon
• Solone
• Steran
• Sterane
• Sterolone
• Ulacort
• Ultracortene-H
• delta F
• delta(1)-Cortisol
• delta(1)-Dehydrocortisol
• delta(1)-Hydrocortisone
• delta(sup 1)-Cortisol
• delta(sup 1)-Dehydrocortisol
• delta(sup 1)-Dehydrohydrocortisone
• delta(sup 1)-Hydrocortisone
• delta-Cortef
• delta-Ef-Cortelan
• delta-stab

What are some products that may contain prednisolone?

• Medications: including capsules, eye drops, gels, inhalers, injections, intravenous solutions, liquids, tablets, topical creams

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA88: Mixed Dialkyl Thioureas

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to mixed dialkyl thioureas. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is mixed dialkyl thioureas found?

This substance is used in the manufacturing of rubber. It is also used as a paper coating to stave off yellowing. Products such as wet suits, blue prints, paint removers, elastic in clothing, copy paper, flame retardant clothing, footwear, gloves, glue remover, and polishes will contain mixed dialkyl thioureas.

How can you avoid contact with mixed dialkyl thioureas?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Dibutylthiourea (DBTU)
• Dimethylthiourea
• Ethylbutylthiourea (EBTU)
• N,N-Diethylurea
• Tetramethyl thiuram disulphide
• Thiocarbamide
• Thiourea

What are some products that may contain mixed dialkyl thioureas?

• Household products including silver dip, jewellery cleaner, tarnish remover

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA23: Coconut Diethanolamide

CAS#: 68603-42-9

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to coconut diethanolamide. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is coconut diethanolamide found?

Coconut diethanolamide (aka cocamide DEA) is extracted from coconut oil, and is used as a foaming and emulsifying agent in cosmetics and personal care products. It is also used in industrial cooling lubricants and hydraulic fluids.

How can you avoid contact with coconut diethanolamide?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Coconut diethanolamide
• Alkanolamide of coconut oil fatty acids and diethanolamine
• Amides, N,N-bis(hydroxyethyl) coco
• CCRIS 4601
• Coco diethanolamides
• Coconut DEA
• Coconut fatty acid amide of diethanolamine
• Coconut fatty acid diethanolamine condensate
• Coconut oil acids, diethanolamine condensate
• Coconut oil amide, N,N-bis(2-hydroxyethyl)
• Coconut oil fatty acid diethanolamide
• Coconut oil, diethanolamide
• Diethanolamine, coconut fatty acids condensate
• EINECS 271-657-0
• HSDB 4209
• N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)cocoamide
• N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)coconut fatty acid amide
• N,N-Bis(2-hydroxyethyl)coconut oil amide
• N,N-Bis(hydroxyethyl) coco amide
• NCI-C55312
• (Coco alkyl)diethanolamides
• Cocoyl diethanolamide

What are some products that may contain coconut diethanolamide?

• Auto care products including wash gel, all-purpose cleaner and degreaser, car wash
• Cooling lubricants
• Cosmetics
• Household cleaners
• Hydraulic fluids
• Pet care products including flea and tick shampoo
• Personal care products including shave gels and creams, bubble bath, hand sanitizer wipes
• Shampoos
• Soaps/body wash

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP90: DMDM hydantoin

CAS#: 6440-58-0

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to DMDM hydantoin.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is DMDM hydantoin found?

This substance is found in cosmetics and shampoos. It is used as a preservative and is a formaldehyde-releasing agent and may cross react in formaldehyde-sensitive individuals. 

How can you avoid contact with DMDM hydantoin?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethyl-2,4-imidazolidinedione
• 1,3-Bis(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethylhydantoin
• 1,3-Di(hydroxymethyl)-5,5dimethylhydantoin
• 1,3-Dimethylol-5,5dimethylhydantoin
• BRN 0882348
• Caswell No. 273AB
• DMDM hydantoin
• Dantoin dmdmh 55
• Dantoin-DMDMH
• Dimethylol-5,5-dimethylhydantoin
• EINECS 229-222-8
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 115501
• Glycoserve-DMDMH
• Glydant
• HSDB 7488

What are some products that may contain DMDM hydantoin?

• Body washes
• Cleansers
• Cloths/personal wipes
• Hair care products
• Hair dyes
• Household products, especially shines/polishes
• Pet care products
• Shampoos/conditioners:
• Vaseline Petroleum Jelly Cream

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA18: Carba Mix

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to carba mix. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is carba mix found?

Carba mix contains the following three allergens: Diphenylguanidine, Zincdibutyldithiocarbamate, and Zincdiethyldithiocarbamate. These chemicals are used as fungicides and pesticides, and also in the manufacture of many rubber products. You are most likely to contact these substances when using, wearing, or handling rubber products at work or at home.

How can you avoid contact with carba mix?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Diphenylguanidine
• Zincdibutyldithiocarbamate
• bis(N,N-dibutyldithiocarbamato)zinc
• carbamic acid dibutyldithio-, zinc complex
• zinc bis(dibutyldithiocarbamate)
• diethyldithiocarbamic acid zinc salt
• zinc diethylcarbamodithioate

What are some products that may contain carba mix?

• Antabuse (medication for alcoholism)
• Mancozeb fungicides including Dithane® M-45, Mancomix, Manoseb, Marzin, Penncozeb®, Zinmaneb
• Maneb fungicides including Dithane® M-22, Lonocol M, Manesan, Manex, Manzate, Polyram® M
• Rubber goods including boots, bottle nipples, condoms, diaphragms, ear-and headphones, elastic, goggles, hoses, masks, racquet and cricket bat handles, rubber bands, shoes, swimwear, toys, tubing, utility gloves, wetsuits, other products made of natural rubber, butyl rubber, nitrile, or neoprene
• Zineb fungicides including Dithane Z-78, Funjeb, Micide, Novosir, Parzate, Perosin, Polyram Z

General advice

You may also react to these substances because carbamates and thiurams are very similar:

• Dipentamethylenethiuram disulphide
• Disulfiram
• Manganese salts of diethyl- or dibutyl-dithiocarbamates
• Tetramethylthiuram disulphide
• Tetramethylthiuram monosulfide

If your skin is regularly exposed to rubber, you may develop reactions to other substances commonly used in the manufacture of rubber, such as mercaptobenzothiazoles, mercapto mix, and thioureas.

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA92: dl-limonene

CAS#  138-86-3

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to dl-limonene ±.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is dl-limonene ± found?

dl-limonene ± is found in cosmetic products, cleaning products, air fresheners and paint strippers. It is the fragrance from citrus plants and thus used to give products a lemon-range smell. It is also used in food manufacturing and in some medicines as a flavouring. 

How can you avoid contact with dl-limonene ±?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (+-)-Dipentene
• (+-)-Linonene
• (+-)-alpha-Limonene
• 1,8(9)-p-Menthadiene
• 1,8-p-Menthadiene
• 1-Methyl-4-(1methylethenyl)cyclohexene
• 1-Methyl-4-isopropenyl-1cyclohexene
• 1-Methyl-p-isopropenyl-1cyclohexene
• 4-Isopropenyl-1-methyl-1cyclohexene
• AI3-00739
• Acintene DP
• Acintene DP dipentene
• Cajeputene
• Caswell No. 526
• Cinene
• Cyclohexene, 1-methyl-4-(1methylethenyl)-
• DL-4-Isopropenyl-1methylcyclohexene „ DL-Limonene
• Di-p-mentha-1,8-diene
• Dipanol
• Dipentene
• EINECS 205-341-0
• EINECS 231-732-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 079701
• Eulimen
• Flavour orange
• Goldflush II „ HSDB 1809
• Inactive limonene
• Kautschin
• Limonene
• Mentha-1,8-diene (DL)
• NSC 21446
• NSC 844
• Nesol
• Orange flavour
• PC 560
• UNII-9MC3I34447
• Unitene
• alpha-Limonene
• d,l-Limonene
• delta-1,8-Terpodiene
• dl-Limonene
• p-Mentha-1,8-diene, (+-)-
• p-Mentha-1,8-diene, DL

What are some products that may contain dl-limonene ±? 

• Household products including wipes, citrus products, cleaners/degreasers
• Hair care products including colours, shine formulas

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA85: 2-Hydroxy-4-Methoxy-Benzophenone

CAS#: 131-57-7

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 2-hydroxy4-methoxy-benzophenone. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone found?

2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-benzophenone is used in sunscreen lotions, creams, milks and oils. It may also be found in cosmetics, such as lipsticks, deodorants, self-tanning creams, blemish sticks and creams, moisturizers, antiwrinkle eye creams, facial creams, body lotions, hand lotions, and hair care products such as conditioners, hair sprays and styling gels. Some patients may experience photoallergic reactions when exposed to sunlight while wearing products containing this substance.

How can you avoid contact with 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (2-Hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)phenylmethanone
• 2-Hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone
• Benzophenone-3
• Methanone, (2-hydroxy-4-methoxyphenyl)-phenylmethanone
• Oxybenzone
• Benzophenone, 2-hydroxy-4-methoxy-Benzophenone

What are some products that may contain 2-hydroxy-4-methoxybenzophenone?

• Car washes and gels
• Facial cleansers
• Hair care products including conditioner, hairspray, shampoo
• Insecticide/bug repellent
• Makeup including lipstick
• Moisturizers/creams/toners/lotions
• Perfumes/colognes

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: SS506: Benzophenone 4

CAS#: 4065-45-6

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to benzophenone 4.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is benzophenone 4 found?

Benzophenone 4 is an ingredient found in bath, makeup, hair, sunscreens, and skin care products.

How can you avoid contact with benzophenone 4?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 1-Phenol-4-sulfonic acid, 2-benzoyl5-methoxy- (6CI)
• 2-Hydroxy-4methoxybenzophenone-5-sulfonic acid „ 5-Benzoyl-4-hydroxy-2methoxybenzenesulfonic acid
• BRN 2889165
• Benzophenone 4
• EINECS 223-772-2
• HSDB 7422
• MS 40
• NSC 60548
• Seesorb 101S
• Spectra-Sorb UV 284
• Sulisobenzone
• Sulisobenzonum
• Sungard
• Syntase 230
• Uval
• Uvinuc ms 40
• Uvinul

What are some products that may contain benzophenone 4?

• Cosmetics
• Hair Care
• Liquids
• Sunscreens

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP77: Benzalkonium Chloride

CAS#: 63449-41-2

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to benzalkonium chloride. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is benzalkonium chloride found?

Benzalkonium chloride is used to preserve cosmetics, mouthwashes, and skin cleansers, and to sterilize medical and dental instruments. It is also used in agricultural, textile, and metallurgical processes.

How can you avoid contact with benzalkonium chloride?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Alkyl dimethyl ethylbenzyl ammonium chloride Urea, N,N’’methylenebis(N’-(1-(hydroxymethyl)-2,5-dioxo-4-imidazolidinyl)
• Alkyl dimethylbenzyl ammonium chloride
• Alkyldimethyl(phenylmethyl)quaternary ammonium chlorides
• Ammonium, alkyldimethyl(phenylmethyl)-, chloride
• Ammonium, alkyldimethylbenzyl-, chloride
• Ammonyx
• Arquad B 100
• Arquad dmmcb-75
• Barquat MB-50
• Barquat MB-80
• Bayclean
• Beniro
• Benzalkonium chloride
• Bionol
• Bio-quat 50-24
• Bio-quat 50-25
• Bio-quat 50-30
• Bio-quat 50-40
• Bio-quat 50-42
• Bio-quat 50-60
• Bio-quat 50-65
• Bio-quat 80-24
• Bio-quat 80-28
• Bio-quat 80-40
• Bio-quat 80-42
• Bradophen
• BTC 100
• BTC 2565
• BTC 471
• BTC 50
• BTC 50 USP
• BTC 65
• BTC 65 USP
• BTC 824
• BTC 8248
• BTC 8249
• BTC E-8358
• Capitol
• CCRIS 9229
• Cequartyl
• Culversan LC 80
• Dimanin A
• Disinall
• Dodigen 226
• Drapolene
• Drapolex
• Drest
• Dropolex
• Enuclene
• Epifrin Ophthalmic Solution
• E-Pilo Ophthalmic Solution
• Gardiquart SV480
• Gardiquat 1450
• Genamin KDS
• Germicin
• Germinol
• Germitol
• Germ-I-tol
• Gesminol
• HSDB 234
• Hyamine 3500
• Intexan LB-50
• Kemamine BAC
• Leda benzalkonium chloride
• Mefarol
• Neo Germ-I-tol
• Onyx BTC (Onyx Oil & Chem Co)
• Osuan
• Paralkan
• Parasterol
• Quaternium-1
• Rodalon
• Romergal CB
• Sporostacin
• Triton K-60
• Vikrol RQ
• Zephiral
• Zephiran
• Zephiran chloride
• Zilkonium chloride
• Pheneene germicidal solution and tincture
• Quaternary ammonium compounds, alkylbenzyldimethyl, chlorides

What are some products that may contain benzalkonium chloride?

• Antiseptic sprays
• Cleansers
• Eye care products
• Hair removal products
• Skin care products
• Therapeutic topical ointments and creams

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: ST161: 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methyl pentyl)-3-cyclohexene-1carboxaldehyde (Lyral)

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 4-(4-hydroxy-4methyl pentyl)-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde (Lyral).  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methyl pentyl)-3-cyclohexene-1carboxaldehyde (Lyral) found?

Lyral is a fragrance found in cosmetics, soaps, shampoos, deodorants, and cleaners. 

How can you avoid contact with 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methyl pentyl)-3cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde (Lyral)?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-(4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentyl)-3cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde
• BRN 2046455
• EINECS 250-863-4
• Lyral

What are some products that may contain 4-(4-hydroxy-4-methyl pentyl)-3-cyclohexene-1-carboxaldehyde (Lyral)?

• Cleaners
• Deodorants
• Detergents
• Fabric Softeners
• Lotions
• Shampoos
• Soaps

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA83: Disperse Blue Mix 124/106

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to disperse blue 124/106. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is disperse blue mix 124/106 found?

Disperse blue 124/106 is a mix of two of the most commonly used thiazolazoyl-p-phenylene diamine derivative dyes. These dyes are used primarily in synthetic textiles and are significant skin sensitization hazards. Disperse dyes are used to colour polyester fabrics and blends. Some patients with disperse dye allergy also react to para-phenylenediamine. Disperse dyes are released from synthetic fabrics such as polyester, acetate, and nylon. Disperse blue dyes are commonly found in black or navy blue acetate liners of dress clothing, or in dark-coloured polyester velour and in children’s diapers. Because perspiration encourages dye release, dark-coloured synthetic exercise garments should be considered as a source of textile pattern dermatitis. Compared with acetate and polyester, disperse dyes are more colour-fast on nylon, but nylon stockings can be the culprit in dermatitis of the thighs in women sensitized to disperse dyes. Disperse dyes sometimes cause dermatitis of unusual morphology with a pigmented purpuric quality. Avoidance of textile dyes is very difficult as there is no product labelling of the dyes used in the United States. There is poor correlation between positive patch tests to disperse dyes and presence of those dyes in the garments that patients suspect as the cause of their symptoms. Patients allergic to a disperse dye should be instructed to avoid polyester and acetate fabrics (and nylon, if possible) that could contain the colour in question. True white (not off-white) synthetic fabrics would be the safest choice for these patients. One hundred percent cellulosic fabrics such as cotton, rayon, or Tencel®, or 100% silk, linen, or wool of any colour are also good choices. Dyes are water soluble, and washing clothing before use may be of some benefit in removing dye.

How can you avoid contact with disperse blue mix 124/106?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Disperse blue 124
  • I. Disperse Blue 124
  • EINECS 239-203-6
  • Serisol 2RD
  • 2-(N-Ethyl-4-((5-nitrothiazol-2-yl)azo)-m-toluidino)ethyl acetate
• Disperse blue 106
  • 2-(Ethyl(3-methyl-4-((5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)azo)phenyl)amino)ethanol
  • I. Disperse Blue 106
  • Ethanol, 2-(ethyl(3-methyl-4-((5-nitro-2-thiazolyl)azo)phenyl)amino)

What are some products that may contain disperse blue mix 124/106?

• Acetate
• Azo dyes
• Diapers
• Nylon
• Polyester fabrics and blends
• Polyester velour
• Seatbelts
• Synthetic textiles

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA89: Amerchol L101

CAS#: 8029-05-8

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to Amerchol L101. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is Amerchol L101 found?

Amerchol L101 is a trade name of products containing lanolin. It is found in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, topical drugs, furniture polish, leather, metal corrosion prevention products, paper, inks, textiles, furs, cutting oils, and waxes.

How can you avoid contact with Amerchol L101?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Amerchol L-101
• Amerchol L101

What are some products that may contain Amerchol L101?

• Cosmetics
• Household products including furniture polish, printing inks, paper, waxes

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: CS500 / CS997: Betamethasone-17,21-Dipropionate

CAS#: 5593-20-4

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to betamethasone-17,21-dipropionate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is betamethasone-17,21-dipropionate found?

Betamethasone-17,21-dipropionate is a structural Class D1 corticosteroid used in prescription topical ointments, creams or lotions.

How can you avoid contact with betamethasone-17,21dipropionate?

Avoid products that list the following in the ingredients:

• 9α-fluoro-16-methyl-11,17,21-trihydroxy-1,4-pregnadiene-3, 20-dione 17,21-dipropionate
• Betamethasone 17,21-dipropionate
• EINECS 227-005-2

What are some products that may contain betamethasone-17,21-dipropionate?

• Medications including creams, lotions, ointments
• You may also react to topical medications that contain aclomethasone dipropionate, betamethasone valerate, clobetasol propionate, cobetasone butyrate, mometasone furoate, diflurasone diacetate

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: T163: Bufexamac

CAS#: 2438-72-4 

Patient Information

Your patch test results indicate that you have a contact allergy to bufexamac. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is bufexamac found?

Bufexamac is an anti-inflammatory analgesic and is administered orally, topically, or rectally. 

How can you avoid contact with bufexamac?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-Butoxy-Nhydroxybenzeneacetamide
• 4-Butoxyphenylacetohydroxamic acid
• Acide pbutoxyphenylacethydroxamique
• Anderm
• BRN 2646848
• Bufessamac
• Bufexamac
• Bufexamacum
• Bufexamic acid
• CP 1044
• CP 1044 J3
• Droxaryl
• EINECS 219-451-1
• Feximac
• Flogicid
• Flogocid N plastigel
• J3
• Malipuran
• Mofenar
• Norfemac
• Parfenac
• Parfenal
• p-Butoxyphenylacetohydroxamic acid

What are some products that may contain bufexamac?

• Medications: creams, oral tablets

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: SS501: 2-Ethylhexyl-p-Methoxycinnamate

CAS#: 5466-77-3

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 2-ethylhexylp-methoxycinnamate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 2-ethylhexyl-p-methoxycinnamate found?

2-ethylhexyl-p-methoxycinnamate is a cinnamate chemical UVB absorber found in many personal care products including sunscreens, insect repellents, hair care, and cosmetic products. Chemical sunscreen agents diminish the penetration of ultraviolet (UV) light through the epidermis by absorbing UV radiation within a specific wavelength range.

How can you avoid contact with 2-ethylhexyl-p-methoxycinnamate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate
• 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-, 2-ethylhexyl ester
• Escalol
• Neo Heliopan
• Octinoxate
• Parsol MOX
• 2-Ethylhexyl 4-methoxycinnamate
• 2-Ethylhexyl p-methoxycinnamate
• 2-Propenoic acid, 3-(4-methoxyphenyl)-2-ethylhexyl ester

What are some products that may contain 2-ethylhexyl-p-methoxycinnamate?

• Cleansers/washes
• Cosmetics including foundation, lipstick/lip gloss
• Creams/lotions
• Hair care products including conditioner, hairspray, shampoo
• Hair colour
• Insect repellent
• Nail care
• Sunscreen

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA06: 4-Chloro-3,5-Xylenol (PCMX)

CAS#: 88-04-0

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to 4-chloro3,5-xylenol (PCMX). This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is 4-chloro-3,5-xylenol (PCMX) found?

PCMX is a halogenated phenol used as an additive (preservative) and as an active antimicrobial agent and is particularly effective against a wide variety of gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria. PCMX is often used in hand cleaners, surgical scrubs, pre-operative skin disinfecting formulations, and medical topical products such as electrode pastes and topical medicaments. It is also used as a preservative in cosmetics, hand creams, and metal- working fluids.

How can you avoid contact with 4-chloro-3,5-xylenol (PCMX)?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2-Chloro-5-hydroxy-m-xylene
• 2-Chloro-m-xylenol
• 3,5-Dimethyl-4-chlorophenol
• 3,5-Xylenol, 4-chloro-
• 4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol
• AI3-08632
• Benzytol
• BRN 1862539
• Caswell No. 218
• Chloroxylenol
• Chlorxylenolum
• EINECS 201-793-8
• p-Chloro-m-xylenol
• Phenol, 4-chloro-3,5-dimethyl
• 2-Chloro-5-hydroxy-1,3-dimethylbenzene
• 4-06-00-03152 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• 4-chlor-1-hydroxy-3,5-dimethyl benzene
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 086801

What are some products that may contain 4-chloro-3,5-xylenol (PCMX)?

• Creams including sorbolene cream
• Hand cleansers/antimicrobial soaps
• Medical topicals including electrode paste, medicated Vaseline
• Metal working fluids
• Surgical scrubs

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: EE359: Triethanolamine

CAS#: 102-71-6 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to triethanolamine.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is triethanolamine found?

Triethanolamine is a pH balancer found in cosmetic products such as skin lotion, eye gels, moisturizers, shampoos, and shaving foams. 

How can you avoid contact with triethanolamine?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 2,2',2''-Nitrilotriethanol
• AI3-01140
• Alkanolamine 244
• CCRIS 606
• Caswell No. 886
• Daltogen
• EINECS 203-049-8
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 004208
• Ethanol, 2,2',2'-nitrilotris-
• HSDB 893
• NSC 36718
• Nitrilotriethanol
• Sterolamide
• Sting-Kill
• TEA (amino alcohol)
• Thiofaco T-35
• Tri(hydroxyethyl)amine
• Triethanolamine
• Triethylamine, 2,2',2''-trihydroxy-
• Triethylolamine
• Trihydroxytriethylamine
• Tris(2-hydroxyethyl)amine
• Tris(beta-hydroxyethyl)amine
• Trolamine

What are some products that may contain triethanolamine?

• Cleaning products
• Cosmetics
• Hair care products including dyes
• Household products including printing inks, bleach, scented aerosols
• Liquids/creams/lotions
• Pads (personal cleaning pads)
• Pet care products
• Shampoos
• Shaving products including creams/gels
• Sunscreens

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: CS491 / CS506 / CS999: Betamethasone-17-Valerate

CAS#: 2152-44-5

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to betamethasone-17-valerate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance, although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is betamethasone-17-valerate found?

Betamethasone-17-valerate is a structural Class D1 corticosteroid and acts as an anti-inflammatory. It is found in topical medications.

How can you avoid contact with betamethasone-17-valerate?

Avoid products that list the following in the ingredients:

• Betamethasone 17-valerate
• Betamethasone valerate
• EINECS 218-439-3
• 9-Fluoro-11-beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16-beta-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3, 20-dione-17-valerate
• 9-Fluoro-11beta,17,21-trihydroxy-16beta-methylpregna-1,4-diene-3, 20-dione 17-valerate
• Pregna-1,4-diene-3,20-dione, 9-fluoro-11,21-dihydroxy-16-methyl-17((1-oxopentyl)oxy)-, (11beta,16beta)

What are some products that may contain betamethasone-17-valerate?

• Topical medications including creams, lotions, ointments, gels and foams
• You may also react to topical medications that contain: Aclomethasone dipropionate, Betamethasone dipropionate, Clobetasol propionate, Clobetasone butyrate, Mometasone furoate, Diflurasone diacetate

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: LA520:  Dibucaine (cinchocaine-HCl)

CAS#: 61-12-1 

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to dibucaine.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is dibucaine found?

Dibucaine is an amide local anaesthetic.  It is the active ingredient in some topical haemorrhoid creams.

How can you avoid contact with dibucaine?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Dibucaine hydrochloride
• C 3225
• Cincaine chloride
• Cincaine hydrochloride
• Cinchocaine hydrochloride
• Cinchocainium chloride
• EINECS 200-498-1
• Nupercainal
• Nupercaine hydrochloride
• Cinchocaine hydrochloride
• 2-Butoxy-N-(2(diethylamino)ethyl)cinchoninamide monohydrochloride
• 2-Butoxy-N-(2diethylaminoethyl)cinchoninamide hydrochloride
• 2-Butoxy-N-(2diethylaminoethyl)cinchoninic acid amide hydrochloride
• 4-Quinolinecarboxamide, 2-butoxy-N-(2(diethylamino)ethyl)-, monohydrochloride
• Butoxycinchoninic acid diethylethylenediamide hydrochloride
• Cinchoninamide, 2-butoxy-N-(2(diethylamino)ethyl)-, monohydrochloride
• Benzolin
• Dibucaine hydrochloride
• Nupercaine hydrochloride
• Percaine
• Sovcaine

What are some products that may contain dibucaine?

• Antiseptic wash
• Haemorrhoid creams
• Local anaesthetics including OTC lozenges, sprays, creams

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: CS499: Triamcinolone Acetonide

CAS#: 76-25-5

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to triamcinolone acetonide. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is triamcinolone acetonide found?

Triamcinolone acetonide is a topical corticosteroid used in ointments, emollient creams, and lotions.

How can you avoid contact with triamcinolone acetonide?

Avoid products that list the following in the ingredients:

• Triamcinolone acetonide

What are some products that may contain triamcinolone acetonide?

• Treatments for Eczema/Psoriasis

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: NA47: Lidocaine-HCl

CAS#: 6108-05-0

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to lidocaine HCl. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is lidocaine-HCl found?

Lidocaine is an anaesthetic for local or topical administration. It is found in pain-relief medications and other topical medications such as wound and burn ointments, after sun lotions, ear drops, gels, ointments, and sprays used for sport injuries, mouth- and throat sprays, ointments, and suppositories for haemorrhoids.

How can you avoid contact with lidocaine-HCl?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Lidocaine
• 2’,6’-Acetoxylidide, 2-(diethylamino)
• 2-(Diethylamino)-2’,6’-acetoxylidide
• 2-(Diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)acetamide
• 4-12-00-02538 (Beilstein Handbook Reference)
• Acetamide, 2-(diethylamino)-N-(2,6-dimethylphenyl)
• alpha-Diethylamino-2,6-dimethylacetanilide
• Diethylaminoaceto-2,6-xylidide
• BRN 2215784
• EINECS 205-302-8
• HSDB 3350
• NSC 40030
• Xylocaine

What are some products that may contain lidocaine-HCl?

• Anaesthetics
• After Sun Lotions: – Aloe vera gel
• Eardrops
• Mouth and Throat Sprays
• Topical Pain-Relief Medications
• Treatments for Haemorrhoids
• Wound and Burn Ointments

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP98 / NA44: Iodopropynyl Butylcarbamate

CAS#: 55406-53-6

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to iodopropynyl butylcarbamate. This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear. Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching, and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is iodopropynyl butylcarbamate found?

Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate is a preservative used in cosmetics, wet wipes (toilet paper), and other personal care products. It is also used as a biocide in paints, primers, and industrial coolants and cooling lubricants.

How can you avoid contact with iodopropynyl butylcarbamate?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• Butyl-3-iodo-2-propynylcarbamate
• Carbamic acid, butyl-3-iodo-2-propynyl ester
• Iodopropynyl butylcarbamate
• 3-Iodo-2-propynyl butylcarbamate
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 107801
• BRN 2248232
• Caswell No. 501A
• EINECS 259-627-5
• HSDB 7314
• 3-Iodo-2-propynyl butyl carbamate

What are some products that may contain iodopropynyl butylcarbamate?

• Baby care products including baby lotion, baby wash and shampoo, nappy rash cream, flushable moist wipes
• Body washes and soaps including cleansing towelettes, makeup remover towelettes
• Cosmetics including concealer, eye lash tint, liquid eye liner
• Hair dye
• Hair styling products including gels, hairspray
• Industrial coolants and cooling lubricants
• Lip balm
• Lotions and skin care products including acne treatment, anti-itch cream, bar soap, body lotion, moisturiser, anti-wrinkle cream
• Paints and stains
• Shampoos and conditioners
• Shaving creams and gels
• Sunscreens
• Yard care products including insect killer and weed killer

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information

ALLERGY TO: AP123: methylisothiazolinone 0.05% in water/AP124: methylisothiazolinone 0.2% in water

CAS#: 2682-20-4

Patient Information

Your patch test result indicates that you have a contact allergy to methylisothiazolinone.  This contact allergy may cause your skin to react when it is exposed to this substance although it may take several days for the symptoms to appear.  Typical symptoms include redness, swelling, itching and fluid-filled blisters.

Where is methylisothiazolinone found?

This substance is a preservative used in personal hygiene products (such as shampoos, lotions, emulsions, and sun screens), and in industrial cooling oils, cutting oils, and paper finishes.  It is also commonly added to household cleaners as a substitute for formaldehyde.  This substance is a component in Kathon and Grotan preservatives.

How can you avoid contact with methylisothiazolinone?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• 4-Isothiazolin-3-one, 5-chloro-2-methyl- 5-Chloro-2-methyl-4-isothiazolin-3-one  Methylchloroisothiazolinone  3(2H)-Isothiazolone, 5-chloro-2-methyl-
• BRN 1210149
• EINECS 247-500-7
• Kathon CG 5243

What are some products that may contain methylchloroisothiazolinone?

• Body washes/hand soaps/moisturisers
• Cleaners
• Hair products/dyes
• Pet care products
• Shampoos/conditioners
• Yard care products

***NOTE: the lists above are provided for information purposes only and are not exhaustive***

• Information adapted from AMSL: allergeaze patient information