1 month ago - UK: /ˈθɑːleɪtsˌ ˈfθælɪts/), or phthalate esters, are esters of phthalic acid. They are mainly used as plasticizers, i.e., substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility, transparency, durability, and longevity. They are used primarily to soften polyvinyl chloride (PVC).

Introduction Phthalates (pronounced "thal-ates") are a group of industrial chemicals that add flexibility and resilience to consumer and building products, particularly those made out of polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or vinyl plastic. About 90% of phthalates are used in vinyl, and are widely used ...

April 19, 2023 - A coalition of environmental organizations warned in a report Wednesday of potential health risks in replacing lead pipes with polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC, a low-cost plastic, is commonly used as an alternative material for older metal pipes, which is particularly relevant as the Bipartisan ...

August 13, 2021 - The evidence shows it neither leaches ... manufacture, use and disposal; create a dangerous bio-film; nor form dioxins as water passes through, etc. ... PVC contains dangerous chemical additives including phthalates, lead, cadmium, and/or organotins, which can be toxic to your child's ...

Polyethylene (PE) pipes have been widely used in drinking water distribution systems across the world. In many cases, chlorine dioxide (ClO2) is used …

Exposure to phthalates has also been linked with premature births, early puberty in girls, impaired sperm quality and sperm damage in men, genital defects, and reduced testosterone production in boys. Many of the chemicals are thought to interfere with the reproductive system and development. When produced or burned, PVC plastic releases dioxins...

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The development of sustainable products requires not only the consideration of production processes. Rather, strategies and concepts for the end-of-li…

High levels of phthalates from PVC products can modulate the murine immune response to a coallergen. Heated PVC fumes possibly contribute to development of asthma in adults. Epidemiologic studies in children show associations between indicators of phthalate exposure in the home and risk of ...

PVC Environmental Frequently Asked Questions What does 'PVC' stand for? Polyvinyl chloride. PVC is commonly referred to as vinyl and the two names can...

Used in everything from water pipes to vinyl records, PVC has long attracted criticism: a key ingredient is carcinogenic, and its additives include known endocrine disruptors. Now, the EPA is evaluating PVC’s safety, and an emerging global plastics treaty may limit its use.

September 20, 2017 - Phthalates are everywhere, and a tidal wave of new research has documented their wide-ranging negative health impacts, but what are the real risks?

November 14, 2024 - Polyvinylidene chloride, or polyvinylidene dichloride (PVDC), is a homopolymer of vinylidene chloride. Ralph Wiley accidentally discovered polyvinylidene chloride polymer in 1933. At the time he was a college student who worked part-time at Dow Chemical lab as a dishwasher.

In the next year, the EPA could make a final decision on whether to classify PVC as hazardous waste. What would this entail? Fellow Rachel Meidl explores why a hazardous designation for PVC would have costly implications — moving the U.S. further from its goal of achieving a sustainable, ...

Poly Vinyl Chloride (PVC), a plastic ... such as dioxins, furans etc. The harmful toxins may get bio- accumulated in the food chain of ecosystems causing a serious hazard to human health and environment. Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) shower curtains may release into the air 108 toxic chemicals, including volatile organic compounds (VOCs), phthalates and organotins, ...