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Alternatives to phthalates in toys and childcare articles.

In this study a number of alternative plasticisers to the phthalates DEHP (Di (2-ethylhexyl) phthalate), DBP (Di-n-butyl phthalate) and BBP (Butyl benzyl phthalate) are described and assessed. Suitable alternative plasticisers have been identified for most applications of the phthalates, and ten of these have been assessed in detail.

Cables without lead, PVC and phthalates

A Danish producer of cables has developed cable installation without lead, PVC and phthalates. The new cable type NOPOVIC® is based on a mixture of non-halogen polymers such as polyethylene (PE), polypropylene (PP) and ethylene-vinyl-acetate (EVA) copolymers with added non-flammable minerals like magnesium and aluminium hydrates.

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.

Different ways to phase out halocarbons like dichloromethane in various applications.

This document describes how a large portion of the halocarbons used and manufactured in Sweden were phased out during the late 1980´s and early 1990´s. Several specific examples are mentioned concerning what chemicals were substituted and what the alternatives were. The chemicals discussed are mainly: dichloromethane, trichloroethylene, 1,1,2-Dichloro-1,2,2-trifluoroethane and 1,1,1-trichloroethane.

Fire resistant composition in particular for energy or telecommunication cables.

The substitution originates from a patent registration filed in 2006 concerning the substitution of different halogenated polymers used as flame retardants with non-halogen thermoplastics with cork as a fire retardant filler. By mixing in cork in the composition the heat release rate for the polymers decreased significantly, resulting in a more flame resistant material.

Evaluation of halogen-free flame retardants in polypropylene formulations as alternatives to flame retardants containing halogens.

This document concerns an evaluation of several halogen-free flame retardants. The evaluation also presents some new types of flame retardants, which are fully functional, commercially available and cost-efficient alternatives to traditional halogenated flame retardants. The details, strengths and limitations of all alternatives are listed below.

Fire-resistant and flame proof coating for polymeric thermoplastics and thermoset resins.

A surface coating consisting of fire retarding and smoke suppressing constituents dispersed in an essentially non-toxic, water based adhesive binder. The entire invention therefore consists of six different functional groups which respective functions will be explained below, the different groups are: catalyst/initiator, expendable graphite, source of carbon which additionally forms water, a blowing agent, cement and ceramics.

Surface treatment of metals and plastic

This document describes the best available techniques for surface treatment of metals and plastics. Substitution possibilities for EDTA, PFOS, zinc cyanide, copper cyanide and hexavalent chromium are mentioned.

Erfolgreiche Abschaffung von phthalat-, latex- und PVC-haltigen Untersuchungshandschuhen.

Im modernen Gesundheitswesen werden Untersuchungshandschuhe in umfangreichem Maße verwendet. Viele Handschuhe enthalten potentiell schädliche Stoffe, wie Phthalate, Latex und PVC. Diese können durch Handschuhe substituiert werden, die aus Nitrilkautschuk, Neopren oder Polyurethan hergestellt werden, wie von der nationalen schwedischen Substitutionsgruppe und SEMCO (Miljöstyrningsrådet) gezeigt wurde. Ein Beispiel erfolgreicher Beschaffung von PVC-freien Handschuhen in Stockholms Läns Landsting (Landkreis Stockholm) wird ebenfalls dargestellt.

Successful phase out of examination gloves containing phthalates, latex and PVC.

Examination gloves are used extensively in modern healthcare. Many gloves contain potentially harmful chemicals such as phthalates, latex and PVC. These can be substituted with gloves made of nitrile rubber, neoprene or polyurethane as has been shown by the Swedish National Substitution Group and SEMCO (Miljöstyrningsrådet). An example of successful procurement of PVC free gloves in Stockholm’s Läns Landsting (Stockholm County) is also provided.

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