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Alpha-methyl-styrene, dimer

Alpha-methylstyrene dimer is a synthetic chemical compound derived from the polymerization of alpha-methylstyrene, commonly used in industrial applications such as resins and coatings. It is not used as a food ingredient and lacks nutritional value. Safety concerns arise primarily from exposure during manufacturing or in occupational settings, with limited information about toxicity via ingestion.

Tracked contaminantUpdated Feb 25, 2026
Health score-3.0
-5Poor5

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Food and supplement guidelines

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Risks

Potential skin and respiratory irritation, occupational exposure hazards, possible toxicity with prolonged exposure

Benefits

None

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