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- Title
Analysis and remediation of phthalates in aquatic matrices: current perspectives.
- Authors
Tuli, Anannya; Suresh, Gayatri; Halder, Nabanita; Velpandian, Thirumurthy
- Abstract
Phthalic acid esters (PAEs) are high production volume chemicals used extensively as plasticizers, to increase the flexibility of the main polymer. They are reported to leach into their surroundings from plastic products and are now a ubiquitous environmental contaminant. Phthalate levels have been determined in several environmental matrices, especially in water. These levels serve as an indicator of plasticizer abuse and plastic pollution, and also serve as a route of exposure to different species including humans. Reports published on effects of different PAEs on experimental models demonstrate their carcinogenic, teratogenic, reproductive, and endocrine disruptive effects. Therefore, regular monitoring and remediation of environmental water samples is essential to ascertain their hazard quotient and daily exposure levels. This review summarises the extraction and detection techniques available for phthalate analysis in water samples such as chromatography, biosensors, immunoassays, and spectroscopy. Current remediation strategies for phthalate removal such as adsorption, advanced oxidation, and microbial degradation have also been highlighted.
- Subjects
PHTHALATE esters; ENVIRONMENTAL remediation; ENVIRONMENTAL monitoring; PLASTICS; ENVIRONMENTAL sampling; ENDOCRINE glands
- Publication
Environmental Science & Pollution Research, 2024, Vol 31, Issue 16, p23408
- ISSN
0944-1344
- Publication type
Article
- DOI
10.1007/s11356-024-32670-x