Due to the restricted use and ban of brominated flame retardants, organophosphorus
compounds (OPs), extensively used as flame retardants and plasticizers, are ubiquitous in …

Given the ongoing studies on the adverse effects of organophosphate ester (OPE) flame
retardants and plasticizers on human health, there is an increasing scientific interest in the …

Parabens are a group of substances commonly employed as preservatives, mainly in
personal care products, pharmaceuticals and food. Scientific reports concerning their …

Organophosphate flame retardants (OPFRs) have been detected in various environmental
matrices and have been identified as emerging contaminants (EC). Given the adverse …

Organic ultraviolet filters (OUVFs) are used in a wide range of manufactured products
including personal care (eg sunscreens) and plastic items. This review summarizes the …

Parabens are esters of para-hydroxybenzoic acid, with an alkyl (methyl, ethyl, propyl, butyl
or heptyl) or benzyl group. They are mainly used as preservatives in foodstuffs, cosmetics …

The ocurrence and levels of PhACs, Endocrine Disrupting and related Compounds (EDCs)
in seafood from potential contaminated areas in Europe has been studied. Macroalgae (S …

Parabens are widely used in different industries as preservatives and antimicrobial
compounds. The evolution of analytical techniques allowed the detection of these …

Marine pollution gives rise to concern not only about the environment itself but also about
the impact on food safety and consequently on public health. European authorities and …

Technological, agricultural, and medical advances have improved the lifestyle of
humankind. However, these advances have caused new problems that affect the …