Phthalates (pronounced s ), or phthalate esters, are esters of phthalic acid and are mainly used as plasticizers (substances added to plastics to increase their flexibility, transparency, durability, and longevity). Phthalates are manufactured by reacting phthalic anhydride with alcohol(s) that range from methanol and ethanol (C1/C2) up to tridecy...
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Phthalates, or phthalate esters are manufactured from methanol and are used as plasticisers to soften the plastic. They are also used in other nonPVC applications like paints, rubber products, adhesives and some cosmetics.
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Phthal'ate noun (Chemistry) A salt of phthalic acid.
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