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Inert Reassessment Document for Nonylphenol Ethoxylates

Nonylphenol ethoxylates are used in a variety of consumer products including household cleaners, cosmetics and shampoos. they also have industrial uses as surfactants in the production of rubber, plastics, and lubricating oils.

  • Nonylphenol Ethoxylates
  • Poly(oxy-1,2-ethandiyl), a-(carboxymethyl)w-(nonylphenoxy) 
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