Phthalates

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1
plural of phthalate form-of, plural

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"Rachel is concerned about chemicals known as Phthalates, commonly used to soften plastics and found in children's toys, cosmetics and vinyl floors. The US Consumer Product Safety commission has banned three phthalates from some children's toys."

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