Chemicals, Health

Phtalates - Useful plasticisers with undesired properties


What are phthalates and what is their use? Phthalates are primarily used as plasticisers for soft PVC. The chemical industry in Western Europe produces around one million tons of phthalates annually. More than 90% go into the production of soft PVC. 

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 phthalic acid ester  water solubility  softener  pollutant degradation  environmental disadvantage