Severe allergic contact dermatitis in a detergent production worker caused by exposure to methylisothiazolinone

Methylisothiazolinone (MI) is a preservative commonly used in paints, detergents and cosmetics. It has been found to be a potent sensitizer. During the recent years there has been an epidemic increase in allergic contact dermatitis caused by MI (1). We present the case of a worker in the detergent production industry who developed severe allergic contact dermatitis following occupational exposure to MI, illustrating the need for attention to occupational exposure to MI in the production setting, where high concentrations of MI are used.

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