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monoethyl phthalate

In the chemical family: Phthalates

Breakdown product of diethyl phthalate, used in consumer products, fragrances; fetal and adult exposures linked to male reproductive problems.

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

Routes of Exposure related to monoethyl phthalate:

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

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