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Comparison of the Extractables Data for Unprocessed PVC for Various Solvents Compared to the Expected Profile
| Extractable | Formula amount | Amount of individual extractable measured in the extraction solvent (μg/g), reflux extraction | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) | Hexane | IPA | IPA/water | Water (neutral) | |
| DEHP | 30 | 56,000 | 67,000 | 10,000 | 38 |
| Erucamide | 1 | 820 | 4300 | 490 | 2 |
| 2-Ethyl-1-hexanol | NA | 8 | 17 | 3 | 5 |
| Epoxidized soybean oil | 7 | Detected by LC/MS | Not tested | ||
| Fatty acids | 1 | ND | 21 | 170 | 2 |
