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Bis 2-Ethylhexyl Phthalate

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Bis 2-Ethylhexyl Phthalate Definition

A colorless, oily organic carcinogen with a slight odor. Bis(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate is mainly used as a plasticizer for fabricating flexible materials for many household products. Inhalation, digestion, and dermal contact are the primary routes of potential exposure, which was linked to increased incidence of hepatocellular carcinomas in animals. This substance is reasonably anticipated to be a human carcinogen. (NCI05)

Bis 2-Ethylhexyl Phthalate Synonyms

Diethylhexylphthalate, 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, Bis(2-ethylhexyl), BEHP, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylate, Bis(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate, DIOCTYLPHTHALATE, Diethylhexyl Phthalate, Dioctyl Phthalate, di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate

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