Phthalates
"Phthalates" in a Sentence (2 examples)
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.
Recently the organization known as HealthyStuff.org tested 1000 flooring samples and 2000 wallpapers in search of toxic chemicals. It found alarming levels of lead, phthalates and PVCs.
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