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Alternatives to 2-methoxyethanol as put forward by the European Chemicals Agency (ECHA)

This document concerns the general toxicity of 2-methoxyethanol and some common alternatives to its use in different applications. The most common substitutes for 2-methoxyethanol are: PGME, EGBE, ethylene glycol monopropyl ether (EGPE) and their acetates (PGMEA, EGBEA, EGPEA). The decision which alternative to use depends on what application 2-methoxyethanol is currently used in.

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Treating head lice naturally

In many schools and nurseries head louse alarm is regularly signalled. The use of chemicals such as malathion, permethrin and lindane is more dangerous for the health care staff and children because of louses."die umweltberatung" Österreich (Austrian Eco Counselling) had collected and tested alternatives.

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Supercritical carbon dioxide as alternative to hexane in herbal substances extraction

Hexane, a good solvent but a flammable and toxic substance was replaced by a company with supercritical carbon dioxide in extracting active ingredients from herbs. The use of extracts for therapeutic purposes means that great attention is paid to the product quality and to eliminating compounds (even impurities) that may have a negative impact on health.

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Extraction of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API’s) and other active organic compounds with Supercritical Carbon Dioxide.

Supercritical Fluid Technology utilizing carbon dioxide is highly suitable for extraction of non-polar and low-polar small compounds. The technology allows for organic solvent free extraction at low temperatures, protecting sensitive agents from processing damage.

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