Dermal (percutaneous skin) absorption is a global term that describes
the transport of chemicals from the outer surface of the skin both into
the skin and into the systemic circulation. Dermal absorption can occur
from occupational environmental or consumer skin exposure to chemicals
cosmetics and pharmaceutical products.
This new volume in the Environmental Health Criteria Series presents an
overview of dermal absorption and its consideration in the risk
assessment of chemicals. It describes the methods available to assess
dermal absorption the significance of skin as a route of exposure and
the interpretation of results of dermal absorption studies for risk
assessment. In addition it presents and discusses current topics of
interest in the field of dermal absorption. This book will be useful to
biology and toxicology scientists and researchers as well as to
regulatory authorities and the chemical industry.