ABC - DEF - GHI - JKL - MNO - PQRS - TUV - WXYZ Di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)
Similar term(s): di-octyl phthalate (DOP).
Definition:
DEHP is a phthalate and the most commonly used plasticiser.
It is used as an additive in many PVC building materials, for example PVC
flooring.
Other examples of applications include: perfumes, and flexible PVC products
such as shower curtains, garden hoses, diapers, food containers, plastic film
for food packaging, bloodbags, catheters, gloves, and other medical equipments
such as tubes for fluids.
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Di-(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate
(DEHP) 
Related words: Phthalates To read about this term in context: GreenFacts Digest on
Phthalates 1.
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