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Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) is most commonly used as a plasticizer in a variety of household products. It has the ability to leach and evaporate into the environment while using or disposing of these products. Therefore, studies are being conducted to assess its toxic and apoptotic effects.

Dibutyl phthalate is a phthalate ester that is obtained by condensation of the carboxy groups of phthalic acid with two molecules of butane-1-ol. Although used extensively as a plasticizer, it is a ubiquitous environmental contaminant that poses a risk to humans. It is used as a teratogenic agent, a plasticizer, and a metabolite.

Promising non-phthalate substitutes for DEHP in vinyl flooring material include DGD (dipropylene glycol dibenzoate) and DEHA (di(2-ethylhexyl) adipate). Other possible phthalate substitutes include: phosphate esters (e.g., tris(2 ethylhexyl)phosphate); sebacate and azelate esters (e.g., diisodecyl sebacate (DIDS), di-butyl

Di-n-butyl Phthalate (DBP) Why am I being warned about potential exposure to DBP? DBP is on the Proposition 65 list because it can cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. Exposure to DBP during pregnancy may affect development of the child, and may also harm the male and female reproductive systems.

Dibutyl phthalate levels of 3.3 to 5.7 nanograms per cubic meter (ng/m 3) were detected in the air near New York City. Dibutyl phthalate levels in rooms recently covered with polyvinyl chloride tiles ranged from 15,000 to 26,000 ng/m 3. (1) Dibutyl phthalate was detected in some drinking water supplies at levels ranging from 0.1 to 5 ppb. (1)