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Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP)

BBP is a phthalate that is mainly used as an additive for plasticising PVC or other polymers.

Other examples of applications include: perfumes, hair sprays, adhesives and glues, automotive products, vinyl floor coverings

At present, BBP is banned in all toys and childcare articles (see European Directive 2005/84/EC) and in cosmetics, including nail polish as it is considered to be carcinogenic, mutagenic or toxic to reproduction (CMR-substance) (see European Cosmetics Directive).

Source: GreenFacts

Benzyl butyl phthalate (BBP)
Molecular formula C₁₉H₂₀O₄

Deutsch: Benzylbutylphthalat (BBP)
Español: Butilbencilftalato (BBP)
Français : Butyl benzyl phtalate (BBP)

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