Phthalate concentrations in primary packaging for meat products in the Czech Republic

Packaging materials of meat products distributed on the market in the Czech Republic were analyzed for di-n-butyl phthalate and di-2-ethylhexyl phthalate. The upper part of the package, printed and unprinted parts, and the bottom sheet which serves as a base were analyzed. Thermally shapeable film containers for meat products contain dangerous phthalates, but the measured concentrations constitute no serious health risk.