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DEHP is a phthalate plasticizer of PVC, classified as a Category 1B reproductive toxicant (EU). Soft PVC are very often plasticized with 40% (w/w) phthalates. As DEHP is weakly bound, the risk of contamination and cutaneous penetration should be considered…

Phthalates are economically important products with the most used for the tonnage implemented annually in the European Union can exceed 500,000 tons. They are used as plasticizers for plastics to make them more flexible, mainly in the polyvinyl…

Battery-recycling may expose workers to several metals. To evaluate this multiple exposure, different tools are typically used, including early-effect biomarkers and mathematical models. This study investigates occupational exposure…

In battery-recycling facilities, exposure to trace elements may occur through inhalation of contaminated dust or vapor emanating from the treatment processes. Exposure of battery-recycling workers to lead has been quite well covered in…

As an essential component of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, Bisphenol A (BPA) is found in numerous industrial and consumer products, including electronic goods, household equipment, metallic food and beverage cans, bottles and dental…

Introduction
Bisphenol A (BPA) is widely used in the production of diverse industrial and consumer products. BPA also has been shown to occur in the paper industry as color developer in thermal paper. Human exposure to BPA is widespread and has been…

Antineoplastic drugs used in the treatment of cancers have an intrinsic toxicity, because of their genotoxic, teratogenic and carcinogenic properties. Their use is recognized as an occupational hazard for healthcare workers (HCWs) who may be…

As an essential component of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins, Bisphenol A (BPA) is found in numerous industrial and consumer products, including electronic goods, household equipment, metallic food and beverage cans, bottles and dental…