| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 577859 | Journal of Hazardous Materials | 2012 | 9 Pages |
Abstract
⺠Three novel phthalate utilizing fungi: A. parasiticus, F. subglutinans and P. funiculosum. ⺠Fungi utilize DEHP in PVC plastics in situ, in simple mineral salt medium. ⺠Employing these fungi, a batch process can remediate phthalates in plastics. ⺠Phthalate-free PVC can be recycled afresh. ⺠Mineral salt and phthalate remediated into fungal biomass.
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Authors
S. Pradeep, Sailas Benjamin,