Dibutyl phthalate (DBP)
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) is commonly utilized as a plasticizer in the manufacturing of plastic goods. It is an endocrine disrupter that has been shown to lead to premature puberty and pregnancy complications.
Dibutyl phthalate (DBP) is commonly utilized as a plasticizer in the manufacturing of plastic goods. It is present in nail polish, plasticizers, adhesives, and printing inks.
Nonetheless, these DBP additives can be released into the environment throughout the entire life cycle of plastic products. Microplastics can substantially increase DBP pollution in the marine environment through land and sea transport processes.
DBP is a major component in both indoor and outdoor air phthalates. Dermal absorption also occurs from daily use of plastics containing phthalates via plastic packaging. Infants are exposed to phthalates by sucking on toys that contain DBP.
Animal studies have shown developmental and reproductive effects from oral exposure. Regarding the female reproductive system, it was demonstrated that young women exposed to phthalates experienced premature puberty. Phthalates have been found in the urine of some women, leading to pregnancy complications such as anaemia, blood poisoning, and pre-eclampsia.
Sources:
https://doi.org/10.3390/healthcare9050603
https://www.epa.gov/sites/default/files/2016-09/documents/dibutyl-phthalate.pdf
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.cbpc.2023.109645
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