Environmental Engineering Reference
In-Depth Information
However, there might be low-volume niche applications where PVC does
provide unique value. A good example is the use of plasticized PVC in
blood bags used in the United States. While alternative plastics might be
used (EVA, PU, PE), PVC remains the ideal material for this application
and has been used for over 50 years (though the plasticizer has changed
from the original tricresyl phosphate to a phthalate, DEHP). Though widely
considered a “bad” plastic with trace DEHP plasticizer leaching into the
provides exceptional functionality.
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