2. How are DIDP and DINP used Switzerland

  • 2. How are DIDP and DINP used Switzerland
  • 2. How are DIDP and DINP used Switzerland
  • 2. How are DIDP and DINP used Switzerland
  • How many producers of DIDP & DINP are there?
  • There are currently four producers of DIDP and DINP in the European Union. The estimated production in 1994 was around 200 000 tonnes of DIDP and 107 000 tonnes of DINP per year (for the then twelve EU Member States) and the amounts have probably increased since then. Around 95% of DIDP and DINP is used in PVC as a plasticizer.
  • Should DIDP be used in toys?
  • The European Union Risk Assessment Report on DIDP and DINP (the source of the present summary) concluded that there is no need for further information or testing, or for further risk reduction measures beyond those already taken, except to limit risks should DIDP be used in toys.
  • What is DIDP & DINP used for?
  • Around 95% of DIDP and DINP is used in PVC as a plasticizer. More than half of the remaining 5% involves polymer -related uses other than PVC (e.g. rubbers). The remaining DIDP and DINP are used in non-polymer applications including anti-corrosion paints, anti-fouling paints, lacquers, inks, adhesives and sealants .
  • How many producers of DINP are there in the EU?
  • Approximately four producers of DINP exist in the EU. The estimated consumption volume in 1994 was ca. 107,200 t/a. An increase of the consumption of DINP is to be expected over the following years. Nearly all (95%) of DINP is used in PVC as a plasticizer. The remaining 5% are used in non-PVC applications.
  • Is DINP a good alternative to DEHP?
  • DINP (and DIDP) also show a particular compatibility for uses requiring long term performance or durability. Therefore, DINP appears to be an alternative to most of the uses of DEHP (EU, 2008; www.dehp-facts.com), with the main exception for use in medical devices (European Council for Plasticisers and Intermediates, ECPI, 2007).
  • What is the difference between DIDP and DINP?
  • DIDP and DINP are acronyms that each refer to certain mixtures of phthalates. They have a common core structure with two long chains of molecules attached to the core. Most of these chains contain 10 carbon atoms in the case of DIDP, and 9 carbon atoms in the case of DINP.

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