Health, Eco Concerns Give Non-Phthalate Plasticizers a Push
Recent industry studies indicate a nine-fold increase in consumption for overall DEHT/DOTP conversion in North America and Europe combined. Since its commercial introduction, 168 SG has been used in a wide range of sensitive applications, including IV infusion sets, blood/IV bags, tubing, childcare articles, and food-contact products.
DOTP/DEHT Plasticizer Conversion Up Nine-Fold | Plastics
DOTP/DEHT Plasticizer Conversion Up Nine-Fold The move away from phthalates steadily gains speed. Staff Report Conversion to non-phthalate plasticizers in flexible PVC applications is picking up in pace over the last few years as reported in PT’s August cover story, “Health, Environmental Concerns Give Non-Phthalate Plasticizers a Push.”
Plasticizer Makers Want A Piece Of The Phthalates Pie
In addition to making DEHP, Eastman makes one of its major nonphthalate alternatives: dioctyl terephthalate (DOTP), also known as di (2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate (DEHT). DOTP, which Eastman has sold as Eastman 168 for 40 years, is the diester of 2-ethylhexanol and terephthalic acid.
DEHT is a suitable plasticizer option for phthalate-free
Abstract. Background and objectives: Due to increasing concerns about possible endocrine-disrupting properties, the use of the plasticizer di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) will be banned in future blood storage. Di (2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate (DEHT) provides sufficient red blood cell (RBC) quality during conventional blood bank storage.
CPSC Staff Statement on University of Cincinnati Report
Di(2-ethylhexyl) terephthalate (DEHT) is a U.S. EPA high production volume chemical, with production above 50 million pounds/year in the U.S. (SCENIHR, 2008). Because it can be used as a substitute for DEHP, and other regulated or restricted plasticizers, consumption volume is increasing.
- Are there phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers in the coastal environment of Korea?
- Conclusions This is the first nation-wide survey of phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers in the coastal environment of Korea. Phthalates and alternative plasticizers were detected in all sediment samples from the coastal zone of Korea. DEHP and DEHT were the dominant phthalates and NPPs, respectively.
- Are non-phthalate plasticizers replacing phthalates?
- Due to legislative action on use of phthalates, non-phthalate plasticizers (NPPs) from adipates, citrates, and trimellitates are replacing phthalates in industrial markets ( Fromme et al., 2016 ). Acetyl tributyl citrate (ATBC) is mostly used in cosmetics and food-packing materials.
- How are phthalates and NPPs distributed along Korea's Coast?
- The spatial distribution of phthalates and NPPs along Korea's coast is governed by harbor-zone activities and sedimentary organic carbon. Significant correlations were observed among the compounds of phthalates and NPPs in sediments, suggesting similar sources and environmental behavior in coastal environments.
- Are phthalates a major alternative to phthalate plasticizers in WWTP sludge?
- A first study on phthalates and their alternatives was conducted in sludge of WWTPs. Five non-phthalate plasticizers were detected in all sludge samples. DEHT was a major alternative for phthalates as shown by its occurrence and concentration. Consumption patterns of phthalates and alternatives depend on WWTP type.
- What are phthalate plasticizers?
- Phthalates are endocrine-disrupting chemicals that cause adverse health effects in wildlife and humans. Due to domestic and global regulations of phthalates in commercial products, non-phthalate plasticizers (NPPs) have been introduced into industrial markets.
- Is TOC a factor governing the distribution of phthalates and NPPs?
- TOC was significantly ( r = 0392–0.782, p < 0.01) correlated with all individual compounds of phthalate and NPP in sediment, consistent with the results of previous studies ( Chen et al., 2017; Kim et al., 2020 ). Our finding indicates that TOC is an important factor governing distribution of phthalates and NPPs in coastal environments.
