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Effect of sunlight exposure on phthalates migration from plastic containers to packaged juices
Noushin Rastkari1,2, Maryam Zare Jeddi2, Masud Yunesian3,4
11Present Address: Center for Water Quality Research, Institute for Environmental Research, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, PO BOX 1417613151, Tehran, Iran.
Background:
Acidic juices such as lemon juice, vinegar and Verjuice are popular beverages regularly consumed by both children and adults. Various brands of different acidic juices in Iran markets are packaged in disposable plastic bottles. Some evidence suggests that phthalates may immigrate from plastic bottles.
Methods:
In this research the influence of sunlight, type of container and storage time on the leaching of phthalates from packaging materials into selected juices was investigated, by analyzing the samples kept in different conditions, before and throughout 2, 4 and 6 months storage time.
Results:
The mean phthalate concentrations of the examined samples were determined to be between
Conclusions:
Results of analyses before and after storage show that some storage conditions can increase the concentrations of DBP, DEHP and DEP in acidic juices. The results of this study indicate the possible leaching of phthalates from packages made of plastic materials into the contents.
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