Phthalates - Canada.ca
About phthalates Phthalates are a large group of chemicals used in plastics to soften and increase flexibility. They're also used as solvents in household products. Examples of products containing phthalates include: self-care products, such as: cosmetics non-prescription drugs natural health products construction and renovation products, such as:
Eastman Product List for General Purpose Plasticizers
Eastman 168 SG non-phthalate plasticizer is an enhanced grade of the industry-leading Eastman 168 non-phthalate plasticizer, specifically targeted at more demanding applications such as medical devices, toys, childcare articles, and food contact applications.
Linear plasticizers | ExxonMobil Product Solutions
Jayflex linear plasticizers are used to prepare a series of premium flexible PVC products, where the performance requirements cannot be met with branched plasticizers, as described below. Benefits Strong low-temperature performance Improved resistance to UV light for increased resistance to outdoor weathering conditions
Diverging trends of plasticizers (phthalates and non
Background European chemicals management aims to protect human health and the environment from legacy and emerging contaminants. The plasticizer market changed in response to the restriction of low molecular weight (LMW) phthalate plasticizers such as Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) due to their hazardous properties. We investigated patterns and trends of 19 regulated and emerging
Phthalates in Food Packaging and Food Contact Applications
Phthalates in Food Packaging and Food Contact Applications Ortho -phthalates, often referred to as “phthalates,” are chemicals used in plastic products (most commonly in the specific type of...
- Are phthalate plasticizers a good choice?
- Phthalate plasticizers are the conventional choice as they resist extraction, evaporation and migration. With most of the polymers (except PVC), phthalates do not migrate out of the product easily. Phthalates in plastics offer durability, flexibility, weather resistance and ability to withstand high temperatures.
- What are phthalates used for?
- Phthalates are the most used molecules in many sectors of industrial production. Although their molecular structure is able to intercalate in the structure of many different polymers, plasticizers phthalates find their main use in combination to PVC, one of the most used plastic polymers in various sectors worldwide.
- What if phthalates increase in Canada?
- However, DEHP is an exception: Canada took action following the 1994 assessment to limit Canadians' exposure to DEHP by: If levels of exposure to phthalates increase, some phthalates could pose a risk to our health and/or the environment. Canada will continue to: You can minimize your exposure to DEHP. Use these tips:
- What are the different types of phthalates?
- Although the phthalates belong to a large family of molecular organic compounds, some molecules are used more than others. Among them, we remember DEHP, DINP, DIDP, DUP, and all the linear phthalates (ideal for providing high flexibility even at low temperatures).
- How are plasticizers classified?
- Plasticizers are classified according to their molecular structure into monomeric or polymeric types. The choice of the plasticizer is dependent on the requirements that have to be met for the final product and the conditions around that product’s use.
- Are phthalates safe?
- Learn about phthalates and if they're safe. Phthalates are a large group of chemicals used in plastics to soften and increase flexibility. They're also used as solvents in household products. Examples of products containing phthalates include: Phthalates may also be used in: You may be exposed to phthalates as a result of using these products.
