4,4'-Methylenedianiline is an industrial
chemical that is not known to occur naturally. It is also commonly known as diaminodiphenylmethane or MDA. It occurs as a colorless to pale yellow solid and has a faint odor.
4,4'-Methylenedianiline is used mainly for making
polyurethane foams, which have a variety of uses, such as insulating materials in mailing containers. It is also used for making coating materials, glues, Spandex fiber, dyes, and rubber.
Exposure to 4,4'-methylenedianiline occurs mainly in the
workplace.
Liver damage and
skin irritation may occur from exposure to high levels of 4,4'-methylenedianiline. This chemical has been found in none of the 1,445 National Priorities List
sites identified by the
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
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Source: Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry
See Also
- Toxic & Hazardous Substances
- Cancer
- Eye Disorders
- Jaundice
- Liver & Gallbladder Disorders
- Skin Disorders: Overview
- 4,4'-Methylenedianiline: Frequently Asked Questions