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ReviewToxics2026

A Review of Organophosphate Esters with Different Functional Groups: Focusing on Microbial Degradation.

Jiani Zhang, Yangmei Fei, Shu Huang, Yang Li, Yujiao Cui, Jiahong Li, Shuo Li, Xiaotong Wang, Jiaxin Shi, Fanlong Kong

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Review in Toxics, 2026. The graph could read no effect estimate from its abstract, so it casts no vote on the map. Not yet cited in PubMed.

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10 authors.

Jiani ZhangCollege of Earth Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China.
Yangmei FeiCollege of Earth Science and Engineering, Shandong University of Science and Technology, Qingdao 266590, China.ORCID 0009-0002-2929-2361
Shu HuangSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Yang LiSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Yujiao CuiSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Jiahong LiSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Shuo LiSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Xiaotong WangSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.
Jiaxin ShiSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.ORCID 0000-0003-1065-1918
Fanlong KongSchool of Environment and Geography, Qingdao University, Qingdao 266071, China.

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6 · The paper itself

Abstract

Organophosphate esters (OPEs), characterized by diverse chemical substituents, have emerged as widely used flame retardants and plasticizers, replacing polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDEs) under global regulatory actions. However, due to their environmental persistence, bioaccumulation potential, and multiple toxic effects, OPEs are now recognized as emerging pollutants and have attracted extensive research attention. This review systematically compares structurally distinct OPEs in terms of their environmental occurrence, physicochemical properties, mobility, and biodegradation fate. We place special emphasis on recent advances in microbial degradation and enzymatic transformation pathways under both aerobic and anaerobic conditions, with a focus on key degrading strains, metabolic intermediates, and underlying mechanisms. Furthermore, factors influencing biodegradation rates (including compound structure, microbial community composition, and environmental variables) are comprehensively examined. By identifying critical research gaps and proposing future directions, this review aims to provide a scientific foundation for sustainable management and effective risk assessment of OPEs in the environment.

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biodegradation pathwaysecological risk assessmentenvironmental fatemicrobial degradationorganophosphate esters

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PMID42515183
PMCPMC13418517

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