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Semi-Volatile Compounds
Phthalates
Phthalates are a group of synthetic chemicals used as plasticizers to increase flexibility in plastics and found as contaminants in various consumer products including personal care items.
Tracked contaminantUpdated Apr 9, 2024
Health score-5.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- 700 mcg
- Health guideline
- 410 mcg
Risks
Endocrine disruption, reproductive toxicity, developmental toxicity, potential carcinogenicity, contamination in consumer products
Benefits
None
References
Waters containing Phthalates
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