Evaluation of degradation efficiency of 2'-ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate under the influence of oxidizing agents

Abstract

The aim of the studies was to evaluate the effect of oxidizing agents on the degradation of 2-ethylhexyl 4-(dimethylamino)benzoate (ODPABA). The oxidation reaction was carried out in the presence of oxidizing agents used for disinfection of water and treatment of sewage containing organic pollutants. Oxidants, such as: sodium hypochlorite, hydrogen peroxide or ozone with UV radiation were applied. ODPABA degradation and analysis of products were performed using a gas chromatograph coupled with mass spectrometry detector. The use of sodium hypochlorite and UV radiation proved to be the most effective solutions. As a result, halogenoorganic products are formed. It is likely that the resulting by-products can be more toxic than the initial substrate. In the case of ozone and hydrogen peroxide, it was shown that these agents are characterized by weaker oxidative activity and therefore, fewer metabolites are formed.