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You can use the free text search function to find information in the case story database. Most suitable are: substance name and other substance identifier (EC- and CAS-number). You can refine your search after first entry for sector-, function- and process-categories. The case studies are meant to serve as source of inspiration and ideas for substitution. The alternatives are constantly being developed further. We therefore recommend that you to check in each individual case whether an alternative is suitable for your applications and purposes. If you are aware of any other relevant information that is not mentioned in the current case story, please contact SUBSPORTplus.

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Substitution of dichloromethane in the analysis of pesticide residue

In analysis of pesticide residues cyclohexane, ethylacetate, tert. butyl methyl ether, diethylether and light petroleum are tried as alternatives to dichloromethane. Conclusively cyclohexane, light petroleum or tert. butyl methyl ether is recommended in the article . Of these three recommended substances, light petroleum and tert. butyl methyl ether is included in the database of hazardous substances according to SUBSPORTplusS screening criteria (SDSC).

Carbon dioxide as alternative to sterilization using ethylene oxide

Ethylene oxide is a disinfectant used in different sectors such as food industry. It is classified as carcinogen, mutagen and reproductive toxicant of category 1B. It may be substituted by different other less hazardous chemicals or technologies. Carbon dioxide may be used as an effective and less toxic alternative.

Tea decaffeination with carbon dioxide as alternative to ethyl acetate extraction

Decaffeination of tea can be made with supercritical carbon dioxide, providing high selectivity, good quality of treated product and being a safer alternative compared to other extraction agents like ethyl acetate.

Use of carbon dioxide as alternative for caffeine extraction

Use of carbon dioxide as alternative for caffeine extraction is already a known alternative to the use of other hazardous substances like dichloromethane, trichloroethylene or ethyl acetate.

Laser cleaning of waffle irons in production line

Food manufacturing and processing company cleaned waffle irons residues in a baking line automatically by a solid-state laser. Before substitution parts are manually cleaned with sodium carbonate and brushes.

SUBSPORTplus Specific Substances Alternatives Assessment – Parabens

Parabens are one of the specific substances or substance groups for which a detailed alternatives assessment has been performed by SUBSPORTplus according to a common methodology. In this document the hazard profile and identified uses of parabens can be found as well as the identification, assessment and comparison of alternatives for four of the uses.

SUBSPORTplus Specific Substances Alternatives Assessment – Bisphenol A

Bisphenol A is one the 10 specific substances or substance groups for which a detailed alternatives assessment has been performed by SUBSPORTplus according to a common methodology. In this document the hazard profile and identified uses of bisphenol A can be found as well as the identification, assessment and comparison of alternatives for three of its uses.

Alternatives to six food additive colorants having potential adverse effect on children.

In 2007, a study drew attention to the potential health effects of 6 food colorants, afterwards known as the Southampton six. The study claimed that these colours (Sunset yellow FCF, Quinoline yellow, Carmoisine, Allura red, Tartrazine, Ponceau 4R) may contribute to children hyperactivity. Alternatives based on natural pigments or colouring food staff are presented as possible substitutes for each of the Southampton six.

Substitution von Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxan (endokriner wirksamer und fortpflanzungsgefährdender Stoff) als Bestandteil von Zitrusfrucht-Wachs

Eine Studie wurde im Rahmen eines CCOO Projektes zur Prävention von Gefährdungen am Arbeitsplatz durch Stoffe, die toxisch für Reproduktion, Schwangerschaft und Stillen sind, durchgeführten. Die Studie untersuchte verschiedene Chemikalien, die während der Lagerung, der Distribution und der Verarbeitung von Zitrusfrüchten verwendet wurden. Experten der Gewerkschaft fanden heraus, dass das für Orangen verwendete Wachs Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxan (endokriner wirksamer und fortpflanzungsgefährdender Stoff) enthielt. Das Produkt wurde durch ein alternatives Wachs ähnlicher Zusammensetzung substituiert, welches Methylsilikon-Harz enthält.

Substitution of Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (endocrine disruptor and toxic for reproduction) used in citrus waxing

A study was carried out within the scope of a project carried out by CCOO for the prevention of toxic hazards for reproduction, pregcy and breast-feeding at the workplace. The study analyzed several chemicals used during the storage, distribution and handling of citrus.

Union experts detected that the waxing compound used for oranges contained Octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane, (endocrine disruptor and toxic for reproduction). The product was eventually substituted by an alternative wax with a similar composition containing methyl silicone resin.

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