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ECB (2003-2004)
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GreenFacts (2005)
 

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Introduction

 

1. What are the properties of this phthalate?

 

2. How is it used?

 

3. What are the effects on the environment?

 

3.1 What happens to this phthalate when it is released to the environment?
3.2 When is it released?
3.3 What levels are expected near the sources?
3.4 What are the effects on the environment?
3.5 What are the risks to the environment?

4. To what extent are humans exposed?

 

4.1 How can workers be exposed?
4.2 How can consumers be exposed?
4.3 To what extent can the general public be exposed through the environment?

5. What are the effects on animals?

 

6. What are the risks to human health?

 

6.1 Are workers at risk?
6.2 Are consumers at risk?

7. Is further research needed?

 

   
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