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phthalate [′tha‚lāt]
(organic chemistry) A salt of phthalic acid; contains the radical C6H4(COO)22-; an example is dibutylphthalate, C16H22O4; used as a plasticizer in plastics, and as a buffer in standard laboratory solutions. Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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No references found | Research into pregnant women has shown those with a higher concentration of two phthalates in their urine produced sons less likely to play with male toys such as trucks and games like playfighting. Korean scientists have found a positive association between plastic chemical phthalates and behavioural and cognitive problems in children. In a recent report defining alternatives to phthalate plasticizers, the European Chemical Agency (ECHA) named dibenzoate plasticizers as a suitable replacement for phthalates. |
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