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Diethyl Phthalate

Also known as: DEP

Moderate concern

Phthalates are a class of plasticizers that have been associated with endocrine disruption. FDA has been re-evaluating ortho-phthalate authorizations in food contact materials, and several phthalates have been removed from food contact use.

Found in

1 products

What it is

Diethyl phthalate (DEP) is a phthalate ester used as a plasticizer and solvent, predominantly in cosmetics and industrial materials.

Not a permitted food additive; may occur as a contaminant from packaging or processing equipment.

Why it's flagged

endocrine disruption potential
food contact contaminant

What regulators actually say

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Regulatory status

United States — FDA

Not authorized as a direct food additive; under review for food contact uses

European Union — EFSA

Not authorized as a food additive

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