Concept URI | http://www.eionet.europa.eu/gemet/concept/8174 |
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Preferred label | substitution of phosphate |
Definition | Replacement of phosphate in detergents by environmentally safer substances, such as zeolite. The substitute will not act as a nutrient, and so will not cause eutrophication as a result of the accelerated growth of plants and microorganisms if it is released into waterways. |
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Status | Valid |
Status Modified | 2013-12-05 |
Accepted Date | 2013-12-05 |
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European Environment Agency
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