HSE lists azodicarbonamide as a substance that can cause occupational asthma and identifies its use in polymer and plastics industries.
Source: UK Health and Safety Executive: Substances that can cause occupational asthma ↗Dust entry
Azodicarbonamide powder dust
Airborne azodicarbonamide powder used as a blowing agent in polymer and plastics manufacturing.
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
occupational asthmarespiratory sensitisationskin exposure concern
Evidence
Controls
- closed powder handling
- local exhaust ventilation
- substitution where feasible
- exposure monitoring
- appropriate respiratory protection