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However, in contrast, a recent proposal prepared under the European Union Existing Substances Regulation states that several groups are exposed to unacceptable levels of di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate (DEHP) in PVC. The groups are children in contact with vinyl toys containing DEHP, workers in industries manufacturing or using DEHP, and patients under long-term hemodialysis with vinyl medical devices containing DEHP. The proposal suggests amendments to a large number of existing European Commission directives.
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