Sulfites: allergen of the year 2024 Journal Article uri icon
Overview
abstract
  • Sodium disulfite, also known as sodium metabisulfite or sodium pyrosulfite, is an inorganic compound, which may cause allergic contact dermatitis. Sulfites act as antioxidants and preservatives; common sources include food/beverages, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products. Importantly, sulfites are not included in most screening patch test series and thus may be missed as a relevant contact allergen. The American Contact Dermatitis Society chose sulfites as the Allergen of the Year for 2024 to raise awareness about this significant allergen.

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    publication date
  • 2024
  • published in
  • Dermatitis  Journal
  • Research
    keywords
  • Adverse Effects
  • Dermatitis
  • Additional Document Info
    volume
  • 35
  • issue
  • 1