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mono-butyl phthalate

In the chemical family: Phthalates

Formed from dibutyl phthalates, used in nail polish, cosmetics, and other consumer products; linked to birth defects and male reproductive issues.

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Health Effects related to mono-butyl phthalate: Birth or developmental effects, Endocrine system, Persistent and bioaccumulative, Reproduction and fertility

Routes of Exposure related to mono-butyl phthalate:

  • Consumer products: adhesives, inks, paints and coatings, plastics
  • Environment
  • Found in people
  • Personal care products
  • Water

More chemicals in Phthalates: monoethyl phthalate, monomethyl 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...