Plasticizer
Europe's and Global Plasticiser Use by type 2017 Europe's Plasticiser Use 2017 Europe's Plasticiser Market Trends 2017 Plasticizers for polymers are either liquids with low volatility or solids. According to 2017 data, the total global market for plasticizers was 7.5 million metric tonnes.
Ban on phthalate-based plasticizers in consumer goods, food
Plasticizers are compounds incorporated in a polymer matrix to increase its flexibility and improve the chemical properties. Earlier phthalate-based plasticizer represented 85% of the total plasticizers market. However, stringent government regulations and rising health concerns of the consumers have stimulated the demand of bio-plasticizers.
Food packaging accounts for almost 35% of the global
Food packaging market, Antimicrobial packaging, convenience foods, confectionary items, dairy items, fruits and vegetables, meat and sauces and dressings, rigid, semi-rigid and flexible by type of packaging material, Health and safety of food products, increasing government regulations implemented by regulatory authorities including European Food Safety Authority, U.S. FDA, U.S. Department of
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Effect of acetylated citrate plasticizer on mechanical
Based on the above results, the following conclusions can be drawn: (1) Plasticizer citrate does not form chemical bond with PVC, but will destroy the ordered structure of resin, leading to the decline of its thermal stability; (2) Acetylation treatment is beneficial to improve the plasticizing performance of citrate.
- Are phthalates banned in consumer products?
- As a result, the European Union strictly regulates the usage of phthalates in consumer products. Still, consumer products, including toys, PVC plastic products, and food packaging, might contain restricted phthalates as these are not restricted or banned in all countries.
- Can plasticizers cause obesity?
- Recent studies suggest an association between exposure to environmental chemicals like plasticizers and obesity. One such plasticizer is ATBC, which is widely used in food packaging, personal care products, and medical devices.
- Which phthalates are listed in the Union list?
- Phthalates in the Union list (examples) Here are some examples of phthalates listed in Annex I: a. Phthalic acid, dibutyl ester (DBP) is permitted as a plasticizer in repeated use FCM for non-fatty foods, up to 0.3 mg/kg.
- Is ATBC a phthalate plasticizer?
- ATBC is not a phthalate plasticizer. It is a non-phthalate plasticizer widely used in food packaging, personal care products, and medical devices. With its widespread application and high migration rate, the environmental exposure risk for ATBC is high and raises concerns about its potential effect on human health.
- What is the Cosmetics Products Regulation?
- The Cosmetics Products Regulation sets requirements that cover cosmetics products in the EU. It requires importers and manufacturers of certain types of cosmetic products to ensure that those products for sale do not contain prohibited substances or substances with concentrations exceeding permitted levels.
