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Background
Balsam Tolu is a resinous material from Myroxylon samum used as perfume fixative. It is a vehicle for cough mixtures. Contains approximately 12-15% free cinnamic and benzoic acids, 40% esters, and 2-3% volatile oil.
Synonyms
Balsam Tolu
Myroxylon Toluiferum
Opobalsam
Resin Tolu
Thomas balsam
Uses
Antiseptic
Chewing gum
Cough mixture
Expectorant
Perfume
Soap
Cross-Reactions
Balsam Peru
Benzylbenzoate
Unusual Reactions
References
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Hjorth, N., Eczematous allergy to balsams, allied perfumes and flavouring agents. Acta Dermato-Venereologica. Supplementum 1961;41:46. |
13-06-2011
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