Phthalates are a ubiquitous family of synthetic chemicals that are found in a diverse variety of products.
30, 2018 (HealthDay News) -- Prenatal exposure to
phthalates is associated with language delay in children, according to a study published online Oct.
A true causal association of
phthalate exposure with child neurodevelopment would have major public health significance.
At the same time,
phthalate contamination of the food supply also represents a larger public health problem, one that must be addressed by policymakers.
Eating out at restaurants and fast food chains may be convenient but a new study suggests it comes with risks, including increased exposure to a potentially harmful chemical called
phthalates.
Pavlovic, "Determination of di(2-ethylhexyl)
phthalate in plastic medical devices," Hemijska Industrija, vol.
The latest generation of non-phthalate plasticizers is not only safe but some of them can and do outperform their
phthalate rivals.
When you read the labels of natural skincare, beauty, and other personal care products, many of them include the claim that they are "phthalate-free." But many people don't know what
phthalates are or whether it's really necessary to avoid them.
Pevalen is a polyolester plasticizer that has four chains attached to a penta core--structurally more similar to citrates than
phthalates, which have two chains attached to a central
phthalate core, according to Perstorp's Anders Magnusson, technical market development manager.
Sample collection and selection of
phthalate metabolites for exposure assessment
Phthalate esters possessing ester groups with 4-6 carbons and, in the ortho position, induce testicular atrophy following 4 day oral administration of the che-micals.
A new Danish study exposed six men to two semivolatile
phthalates during two six-hour stints.
