Dibutyl phthalate
Dibutyl phthalate (pronunciation: dih-BYOO-til THAL-ate) is a commonly used phthalate in the manufacturing of a wide range of consumer products. It is often abbreviated as DBP.
Etymology
The term "Dibutyl phthalate" is derived from its chemical structure. "Dibutyl" refers to the two butyl groups in its structure, and "phthalate" is derived from phthalic acid, the parent compound of phthalates.
Usage
Dibutyl phthalate is used as a plasticizer to make plastic materials more flexible and resilient. It is also used in cosmetics, adhesives, printing inks, and sealants.
Health Effects
Exposure to dibutyl phthalate has been linked to a variety of health issues, including endocrine disruption, reproductive toxicity, and cancer. It is listed as a substance of very high concern by the European Chemicals Agency.
Related Terms
- Phthalates
- Butyl group
- Phthalic acid
- Plasticizer
- Cosmetics
- Adhesive
- Printing ink
- Sealant
- Endocrine disruption
- Reproductive toxicity
- Cancer
- Substance of very high concern
- European Chemicals Agency
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Dibutyl phthalate
- Wikipedia's article - Dibutyl phthalate
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