noun
- substances or compounds that do not contain phosphate groups
Usage: technical; chemistry
Examples
- The new detergent formula uses nonphosphates to reduce environmental impact.
- Many cleaning products now advertise that they contain nonphosphates.
- The laboratory tested both phosphates and nonphosphates for effectiveness.
- Environmental regulations encourage the use of nonphosphates in household cleaners.
- The company switched to nonphosphates to meet water quality standards.
- Researchers compared the cleaning power of phosphates versus nonphosphates.