Enhanced ozonation degradation of di-n-butyl phthalate by zero-valent zinc in aqueous solution: Performance and mechanism

- ZVZ showed an obvious enhanced effect on DBP degradation in ozonation.
- The recycling use of ZVZ resulted in the enhancement of DBP degradation.
- The formed ZnO and reactive intermediates were responsible for the enhanced effect.
- The enhanced effect on DBP degradation by ZVZ was also effective in actual waters.