Abstract High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE)-packaged water is a popular choice for urban
potable water across Africa. However, the sources and fate of priority chemical contaminants …

The occurrence and concentrations of six common phthalates were investigated for the first
time in bottled water locally produced in the Egyptian market. The compounds investigated …

PAE and PC polymers, such as BPA, are utilized to make water bottles. Due to the lack of
polymer-chemical interaction, PAE can enter drinking bottles during production, wrapping …

Phthalic acid and phthalate esters are of growing interest due to their significant usage and
potential toxicity. Polyethylene terephthalate (PET) and glass are both widely used materials …

Abstract Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate (DEHP) is a widely used plasticizer to render poly (vinyl
chloride)(PVC) soft and malleable. Plasticized PVC is used in hospital equipment, food …

Several different materials have been used for production of domestic water pipes
throughout history. In recent years, the use of cross-linked polyethylene (PEX) pipe has …

This study was conducted to determine the effects of storage temperature and time on the
levels of phthalates in commercial PET-bottled water. Freshly-produced water samples …

Phthalates are one of the ubiquitous contaminants in the environment due to their extensive
use in the last few years. They are easily released because they are not chemically bonded …

This study was conducted to determine the presence of phthalates in 10 different brands of
bottled water available in Saudi markets and stored under different conditions. Dimethyl …

Background: There are many concerns about the migration of phthalates into bottled water.
These compounds are hazardous to consumers. In this study, the risk factors of the use of …