: any of various salts or esters of phthalic acid used especially as plasticizers and in solvents
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This budget-friendly menstrual cup is perfect for people with a high cervix and comes free of any toxins, phthalates, latex or BPA.
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
The brand’s formulations are crafted without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or harsh chemicals, reflecting Cartwright’s commitment to clean skincare that gently rejuvenates and locks in moisture.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 11 Dec. 2025
The beauty and body care products sold at Whole Foods stores also must be free from phthalates, parabens and microbeads.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
These bags are made from food grade silicone that’s free from toxins like lead, latex, phthalates, BPA, and BPS.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
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Bestreviews, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
The brand’s formulations are crafted without parabens, sulfates, phthalates, or harsh chemicals, reflecting Cartwright’s commitment to clean skincare that gently rejuvenates and locks in moisture.
—Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 11 Dec. 2025
The beauty and body care products sold at Whole Foods stores also must be free from phthalates, parabens and microbeads.
—Gabe Hauari, USA Today, 4 Dec. 2025
These bags are made from food grade silicone that’s free from toxins like lead, latex, phthalates, BPA, and BPS.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 1 Dec. 2025
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“Phthalate.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/phthalate. Accessed 14 Jan. 2026.
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