Thiourea
Where is Thiourea found?
Thiourea is used as an accelerator in rubber production (e.g. neoprene), and as an antioxidant to photo paper, photographic chemicals, rubber and plastics. It is also found as an additive in etchants, cleaners and polishes. It may be used as an inhibitor in pickling baths, scavenger of heavy metals, textile dye, and fireretardant component in nylon.
How can you avoid contact with Thiourea?
Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:
• Thiourea
• 2-Thiopseudourea
• 2-Thiourea
• AI3-03582
• CCRIS 588
• Caswell No. 855
• EINECS 200-543-5
• HSDB 1401
• Isothiourea
• NSC 5033
• Pseudothiourea
• Pseudourea, 2-thio-
• Sulourea
• THU
• Thiocarbamide
• Thiocarbonic acid diamide
• Thiuronium
• USAF EK-497
• Urea, thio-
• beta-Thiopseudourea
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 080201
• RCRA waste no. U219
What are some products that may contain Thiourea?
Adhesives
Cleaners
Copy Paper
Corrosion Inhibitor
Etchants
Fire-Retardant Resins
Light-Sensitive Photocopy Paper
Metal Polishes
Neoprene (polychloroprene) Products
• Gloves
• Wetsuits
• Orthopedic braces/supports
• Weather stripping
• Keyboard wrist supports
• Athletic shoes/insoles
• Swim goggles
• Rubber boots
• Protective eyewear
• Insoles
Paint & Glue Removers
Photo Paper
Photographic Chemicals
Plastic
Rubber
Textile and Paper Dye
Thermocoating
• Plastic phone cards
A clinician's point of view.
Additional resources and links for Thiourea.
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For additional information about products that might contain Thiourea, 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.
