Meta-analysis of environmental contamination by phtalates
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description: Introduction: Phthalate Acid Esters (PAE), commonly named Phthalates, are toxics classified as endocrine-disrupting compounds; they are primarily used as additives to improve the flexibility in polyvinyl chloride. Occurrence: Many studies have reported the occurrence of phthalates in different environmental matrices, however none of these studies has yet establish a complete overview for those compounds in the water cycle within an urban environment. This review summarizes PAE concentrations for all environmental media throughout the water cycle, from atmosphere to receiving waters. Once the occurrences of compounds have been evaluated for each environmental compartment (urban wastewater, wastewater treatment plants, atmosphere and the natural environment), data are reviewed in order to identify the fate of PAE in the environment and establish whether geographical and historical trends exist. Indeed, geographical and historical trends appear between Europe and other countries such as USA/Canada and China, however they remain location-dependent. Discussion: This study aimed at identifying both the correlations existing between environmental compartments and the processes influencing the fate and transport of these contaminants into the environment. In Europe, the concentrations measured in waterways today represent the background level of contamination, which provides evidence of a past diffuse pollution. In contrast, an increasing trend has actually been observed for developing countries, especially for China.
issued: 2026-05-10T07:36:07.786373
language: en
modified: 2026-05-10T07:36:07.786377
contact point: Organization
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keyword: dehp
keyword: infoeu-reposemanticspreprint
keyword: phthalates
keyword: preprints-working-papers-
keyword: review
keyword: shsenvirhumanities-and-social-sciencesenvironmental-studies
keyword: state-of-the-art
landing page: https://enpc.hal.science/hal-00845814

Meta-analysis of environmental contamination by phtalates
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issued: 2026-05-10T07:36:07.788774
modified: 2026-05-10T07:36:07.776902
access URL: https://enpc.hal.science/hal-00845814

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