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diethyl phthalate

In the chemical family: Phthalates

Diethylphthalate is an industrial solvent used in many consumer products, particularly those containing fragrances; it is used in perfume, cologne, deodorant, soap, shampoo, hand lotion, and other personal care products.

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Health Effects related to diethyl phthalate: Endocrine system, Reproduction and fertility

Routes of Exposure related to diethyl phthalate:

  • Consumer products: detergents
  • Environment
  • Found in people
  • Personal care products: deodorant, fragrances, hand lotion, shampoo, soap
  • Water

More chemicals in Phthalates: monoethyl phthalate, monomethyl phthalate, mono-butyl phthalate, mono- (2-ethyl-5-hydroxyhexyl), mono- (2-ethyl-5-oxohexyl), mono-2-ethylhexyl phthalate, monobenzyl phthalate, dimethyl phthalate, di-n-butyl phthalate, butyl benzyl phthalate, view all...