Isocyanates

Isocyanates

Isocyanates are extensively used in the manufacture of paints, primers, adhesives, polyurethane rubbers, foam and plastic production. One of their most common applications is in the spraying of two pack paints for high finish, durability and fast curing particularly in the automotive industry.

Breathing in isocyanates can cause occupational asthma.

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  • Northern Ireland Safety Group
  • Build Health
  • BOHS
  • HSE NI
  • EHNI
  • HSC Public Health Agency
  • Congress
  • IOSH NI Branch