Occurrence, distribution, and sources of phthalates and
Recent investigations on plasticizer levels in sediments from non-industrial coastal areas in Korea are in good agreement with our data and confirm a low proportion of non-phthalates (3-10%)...
Phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers in sediment from Korean
Recent investigations on plasticizer levels in sediments from non-industrial coastal areas in Korea are in good agreement with our data and confirm a low proportion of non-phthalates (3-10%)...
Occurrence and emission of phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers
The ubiquitous environmental presence of industrial plasticizers such as di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) and the known health and environmental impact has created a need to develop truly green
A review on organophosphate esters: Physiochemical properties
Introduction. Organophosphate esters (OPEs) are derivatives of phosphoric acid and are widely used as flame retardants and plasticizers in the world because of their good physiochemical properties and excellent flame retardancy and plasticizing effects, added into a variety of commercial and industrial products, such as electronic equipment, paints, textiles, furniture, and flooring and
Plasticizers – Benefits, Trends, Health, and Environmental Issues
Plasticizers soften the PVC to make it flexible and bendable. This opens up a huge range of possibilities for new applications. One of the main benefits of plasticizers is the durability they confer onto PVC applications, which can ensure high performances for up to 50 years.
- 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.
- Why is plastic pollution a problem in South Korea?
- Plastic usage, especially in Seoul, South Korea, has led to alarming environmental issues. Seoul’s staggering 200% increase. Predictions indicate a potential 40% surge in plastic waste by 2026 (Jung-joo, 2023). Plastic pollution harms ecosystems and wildlife, posing health risks like cancer, lung issues, and birth complications (Gold, 2023).
- Are phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers found in coastal sediment?
- Korea is the world's largest consumer of plastic, with increasing production and consumption ( European Plastics and Rubber Machinery, 2016 ). The present study assesses the occurrence, spatial distribution, and potential contamination sources of phthalates and non-phthalate plasticizers in coastal sediment from Korean coastal waters.
- Why are plastic waste emissions increasing in Korea?
- Background: Despite many environmental problems, plastic waste emissions have been a significant surge during last few decades in the Republic of Korea. Furthermore, the emergence of the coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) pandemic has lead to an increased use and disposal of plastic waste worldwide.
- How can South Korea reduce plastic waste?
- Acts such as the Clean Water Act, the Safe Drinking Water Act, and the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) are being used to address plastic pollution, indicating potential avenues for reducing plastic waste. South Korea does not currently have such acts but could look into adopting similar regulations in the future.
- Is Seoul's plastic waste problem escalating?
- This study investigates Seoul’s escalating plastic waste problem, revealing a 200% rise in plastic waste production from 2014 to 2021 and forecasting an additional 40% increase by 2026.
