What is Diethyl Phthalate?
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Diethyl phthalate is a colorless liquid that has a bitter,
disagreeable taste. This synthetic substance is commonly used
to make plastics more flexible. Products in which it is found
include toothbrushes, automobile parts, tools, toys, and food
packaging.
Diethyl phthalate can be released fairly easily from these
products, as it is not part of the chain of chemicals (polymers)
that makes up the plastic. Diethyl phthalate is also used in
cosmetics, insecticides, and aspirin.
Related Resources for Diethyl Phthalate
- Minimal Risk Levels (MRL)
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- National Report on Human Exposure to Environmental
Chemicals
Provides an ongoing assessment of the exposure of the U.S.
population to environmental chemicals using biomonitoring.
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Public Health Statement
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of its respective ATSDR Toxicological Profile.
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ToxFAQ
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about a contaminant and its health effects.
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Toxicological Profile
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effects information for a hazardous substance.