plastics

Bisphenol A is an endogenous metabolic compound of phenols and is widely used in the production of epoxy resins and polycarbonate plastics. It is reproductive, developmental and systemic toxicant and is often classified as an endocrine disruptor. It has been linked to many diseases, including respiratory disease, cardiovascular disease, diabetes, kidney disease, obesity and reproductive disorders.

Triethyl citrate is used in pharmaceutical coatings and plastics.

Dibutyl sebacate (Dibutyl decanedioate) is an organic compound primarily used as a plasticizer in plastic production.

Dimethyl phthalate (Fermine) has many uses, including in solid rocket propellants, plastics, and insect repellants. Acute (short-term) exposure to dimethyl phthalate, via inhalation in humans and animals, results in irritation of the eyes, nose, and throat. No information is available on the chronic (long-term), reproductive, developmental, or carcinogenic effects of dimethyl phthalate in humans. Animal studies have reported slight effects on growth and on the kidney from chronic oral exposure to the chemical. EPA has classified dimethyl phthalate as a Group D, not classifiable as to human carcinogenicity.

Diethyl phthalate (1,2-diethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate) is a endocrine disrupter affecting the apoptotic system in PC12 cells. Diethyl phthalate is widely used in many plastics and personal care products.

cis,cis-Muconic acid (cis,cis-2,4-Hexadienedioic acid) is a naturally-occurring organic acid. It is used in the manufacture of several widely-used consumer plastics. Its microbial production via extending the shikimate pathway has been reported.