p-tert-butylphenol

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Where is p-tert-butylphenol found?

p-tert-butylphenol is a formaldehyde resin found in adhesives. Products such as shoes, handbags, belts, watchstraps, glues, varnishes, lacquer resins, motor oil additives, rubber antioxidants, printing inks, masonry sealant, insecticides, deodorants, and commercial disinfectants could contain this substance.

How can you avoid contact with p-tert-butylphenol?

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

• 1-Hydroxy-4-tert-butylbenzene
• 2-tert-Butylphenol
• 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)phenol
• 4-t-Butylphenol
• 4-tert-Butylphenol
• AI3-00126
• Butylphen
• Caswell No. 130E
• EINECS 202-679-0
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 064113
• NSC 3697
• PTBP
• Phenol, 4-(1,1-dimethylethyl)-
• Phenol, p-(tert-butyl)-
• Ucar butylphenol 4-T
• Ucar butylphenol 4-T flake
• p-terc.Butylfenol
• p-terc.Butylfenol [Czech]
• p-tert-Butylphenol

What are some products that may contain p-tert-butylphenol?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain p-tert-butylphenol, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.