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Friday 06 January 2006 Filed in: Phthalates
"Phthalates are a group of synthetic chemicals that
have been linked to reproductive damage. They are
present in flexible polyvinyl chloride plastic (PVC),
cosmetics, and other consumer items. PVC represents
the largest use of phthalates, occupying 90% of
global plasticiser production. In PVC, phthalates are
added to impart flexibility. In cosmetics, phthalates
are often added to provide flexibility, impart an
oily “moisturizing” film, and help dissolve and fix
other
ingredients.
In addition, phthalates serve as solvents in fragrances and as denaturants in alcohols. Phthalates have contaminated the worldwide ecosystem from releases during manufacturing and in normal use of consumer products. Phthalates are so pervasive in the environment that human exposure is virtually unavoidable."
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ingredients.
In addition, phthalates serve as solvents in fragrances and as denaturants in alcohols. Phthalates have contaminated the worldwide ecosystem from releases during manufacturing and in normal use of consumer products. Phthalates are so pervasive in the environment that human exposure is virtually unavoidable."
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