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Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP)

CAS 117-81-7

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Also known as: dehp, bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, diethylhexyl phthalate, di-ethylhexyl phthalate, 2-ethylhexyl phthalate

Part of family: Phthalates, Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs)

What it is + why it's regulated

Bis(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate, often called DEHP, is a chemical used to make plastics, especially PVC, more flexible and durable. You might find it in items like vinyl flooring, medical tubing, shower curtains, and some toys. DEHP is regulated because it can interfere with the body's hormone system, acting as an endocrine disruptor, and it is also classified as toxic for reproduction. The European Chemicals Agency (ECHA) lists DEHP on the REACH Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC). This means it is being phased out for most uses under REACH Annex XIV, requiring companies to get special authorization to continue using it. The goal is to protect people and the environment from its potential effects. This summary draws on public regulatory data; the linked source is authoritative. Source: https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table

Listed reason: Toxic for reproduction; endocrine disruptor
Regulation: REACH Annex XIV (Authorisation)

Authoritative source

Issuing body: EU REACH SVHC Candidate List
Primary register: https://echa.europa.eu/candidate-list-table

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What this is NOT

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