The phrase "as a phthalate" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used in contexts discussing chemical substances, particularly in relation to their properties or effects.
Example: "The product was tested for safety, and it was found to contain harmful substances, including as a phthalate."
Alternatives: "in the form of a phthalate" or "like a phthalate".
The biomonitoring of breastmilk reveals residues of pesticides like DDT, Lindane, HCH and their breakdown products as well as chemicals like PCB, Bisphenol A, phthalates, synthetic perfumes (musks), flame retardants, sunscreen, perchlorate and chemical by-products like dioxins [ 1, 4].
Serta, for example, describes its Perfect Balance Organic Crib and Toddler Bed Mattress as having a phthalate-free vinyl cover and "organic cotton fill," but does not disclose all its other contents.
A specific neuroendocrine disruption that encompasses the brain pituitary complex has been proposed so far for selected environmental contaminants such as bisphenol A, phthalates and polychlorinated byphenyls [ 13, 14].
The way in which food is cooked, processed, and packaged may introduce chemicals such as bisphenol A, phthalates, and acrylamide that are not present in the raw food [ 3- 5].
6 And for future efforts conducted by organizations such as the WHO, one of her highest priorities is to track global data on the impacts of consumer product ingredients for which a growing body of evidence suggests adverse health effects, such as bisphenol A, phthalates, and polybrominated diphenyl ether flame retardants.
Although use of personal care/beauty products is known to contribute to phthalate exposure, no prior study has examined feminine hygiene products as a potential phthalate source.
The aim of this work was to investigate the potential presence of a broad range of organic compounds, such as hormones, alkylphenols, bisphenol A and phthalates, as well as pharmaceutical substances in two brands of bottled natural mineral waters (Evian and Volvic, Danone).
As a whole phthalate content was reported at minimal values for these food groups.
For example, the chemistry council notes, it was the addition of a phthalate known as DEHP to polyvinyl chloride – normally a brittle plastic – that made possible the blood bag that we know today, which brought about a revolution in blood storage and delivery.
We provide guidance on future research in this area to further understand food as an important phthalate source and to help identify methods to reduce dietary phthalate exposures.
