A NIOSH Health Hazard Evaluation of an artificial-hair and nail workplace identified airborne acrylic polymer dust and found dermatitis consistent with occupational exposure; the report described the hazard as unconfirmed and recommended dust-control measures and protective practices.
Source: CDC/NIOSH: RHE 76-82-361 — Acrylic polymer dust at Hair Zoo ↗Dust entry
Acrylic polymer dust
Fine acrylic polymer particulate generated during artificial-nail application, filing, and grinding.
Airborne form
dust
The form describes what is suspended in air at the point of exposure. A material can produce more than one form, such as dust during handling and fume during heating.
Health effects
skin irritationoccupational exposure concernrespiratory irritation concern
Evidence
Controls
- local exhaust ventilation
- dust capture at filing and grinding
- housekeeping
- protective clothing
- eye protection
- appropriate respiratory protection