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Isocyanates are found in glues, resins and paints. Inhalation of these vapors can cause serious sensitization of the respiratory tract and must be avoided. NIOSH recommends the use of supplied air respirators.

Moldex^® Solution

Moldex^® does not recommend any of our respirators for use against isocyanates.

Reference

NIOSH Safety & Health Topic: http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/topics/isocyanates/  

U.S. department of Labor:   http://www.osha.gov/SLTC/isocyanates/index.html

WARNING: The information contained in this Tech Brief is dated and was accurate to the best of Moldex's knowledge, on the date above. It is not meant to be comprehensive, nor is it intended to be used in place of the warning/use instructions that accompany Moldex respirators. Outside of the USA, check with all applicable and local government regulations.

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