Non‐occupational, recreational epoxy resin contact allergy: Report of two cases

Epoxy resin, an emerging allergen in women?

“…3 Four cases of direct and airborne ACD to epoxy resin in women, involving hands, forearms, but also eyelids and neck, as in our cases, have been recently reported. They were due to epoxy resin exposure in the context of creative hobbies, such as the making of dried flowers, 4 craft modelling 5 or small objects with Tik Tok tutorial. 6 These recreational hobbies are increasing, promoted by social networks.…”

Non‐occupational allergic contact dermatitis from epoxy resin in children's games

“…Consequently, recreational ACD from epoxy resins has been reported 3 times since 2020. 3,4 Although epoxy resin-containing occupational products are wellknown allergenic products, there are no regulations regarding their sale to, or use by, the general public, including minors. In our case, these products were obtained from the internet without any difficulties, which is worrisome.…”

“…Lazarov estimated the sensitization rates to be 12.9% among 641 patients with suspected textile dermatitis, with the most common allergens being dyes, formaldehyde and textile finish resins. 4 Allergic contact dermatitis to underwear has been infrequently reported. Neilson et al reported 14 cases of suspected contact dermatitis to use of newly purchased unwashed undergarments.…”

“…However, the use of epoxy resins in recreational activities is increasing, especially with the emergence of social networks promoting such activities. Consequently, recreational ACD from epoxy resins has been reported 3 times since 2020 3,4 …”

Glycidate as a High-Strength Epoxy Adhesive Curable with Amine under Ambient Conditions

“…Epoxy resins with various structures are commercially available, and most of them are based on glycidyl ether structures. However, glycidyl ethers are of concern because of their toxicity to the environment and living organisms [ 7 , 8 , 9 , 10 ], and the development of alternatives is demanded. Other basic skeletons of epoxy resins involve glycidyl esters [ 11 , 12 , 13 ], glycidyl carbamates [ 14 , 15 , 16 ], and alicyclic structures [ 17 , 18 ].…”