Benchmarking the in vitro toxicity and chemical composition of plastic consumer products
L Zimmermann, G Dierkes, TA Ternes… - … science & technology, 2019 - ACS Publications
Plastics are known sources of chemical exposure and few, prominent plastic-associated
chemicals, such as bisphenol A and phthalates, have been thoroughly studied. However, a …
chemicals, such as bisphenol A and phthalates, have been thoroughly studied. However, a …
[HTML][HTML] Are bioplastics and plant-based materials safer than conventional plastics? In vitro toxicity and chemical composition
L Zimmermann, A Dombrowski, C Völker… - Environment …, 2020 - Elsevier
Plastics contain a complex mixture of known and unknown chemicals; some of which can be
toxic. Bioplastics and plant-based materials are marketed as sustainable alternative to …
toxic. Bioplastics and plant-based materials are marketed as sustainable alternative to …
Plastic Food Packaging from Five Countries Contains Endocrine-and Metabolism-Disrupting Chemicals
S Stevens, M McPartland, Z Bartosova… - Environmental …, 2024 - ACS Publications
Plastics are complex chemical mixtures of polymers and various intentionally and
nonintentionally added substances. Despite the well-established links between certain …
nonintentionally added substances. Despite the well-established links between certain …
Defining the Chemical Additives Driving In Vitro Toxicities of Plastics
W Chen, Y Gong, M McKie, H Almuhtaram… - Environmental …, 2022 - ACS Publications
Increases in the global use of plastics have caused concerns regarding potential adverse
effects on human health. Plastic products contain hundreds of potentially toxic chemical …
effects on human health. Plastic products contain hundreds of potentially toxic chemical …
[HTML][HTML] The plastic health map: A systematic evidence map of human health studies on plastic-associated chemicals
BJ Seewoo, LM Goodes, L Mofflin, YR Mulders… - Environment …, 2023 - Elsevier
Background The global production and use of plastic materials has increased dramatically
since the 1960s and there is increasing evidence of human health impacts related to …
since the 1960s and there is increasing evidence of human health impacts related to …
[HTML][HTML] Plastic additives and microplastics as emerging contaminants: Mechanisms and analytical assessment
Plastic additives comprise a plethora of substances that serve numerous purposes in the
plastic industry. These can be used to assist the molding of plastics and can contribute to …
plastic industry. These can be used to assist the molding of plastics and can contribute to …
Deep dive into plastic monomers, additives, and processing aids
A variety of chemical substances used in plastic production may be released throughout the
entire life cycle of the plastic, posing risks to human health, the environment, and recycling …
entire life cycle of the plastic, posing risks to human health, the environment, and recycling …
Plastic Products Leach Chemicals That Induce In Vitro Toxicity under Realistic Use Conditions
L Zimmermann, Z Bartosova, K Braun… - … science & technology, 2021 - ACS Publications
Plastic products contain complex mixtures of extractable chemicals that can be toxic.
However, humans and wildlife will only be exposed to plastic chemicals that are released …
However, humans and wildlife will only be exposed to plastic chemicals that are released …
[HTML][HTML] Additives of plastics: Entry into the environment and potential risks to human and ecological health
NR Maddela, D Kakarla, K Venkateswarlu… - Journal of …, 2023 - Elsevier
A steep rise in global plastic production and significant discharge of plastic waste are
expected in the near future. Plastics pose a threat to the ecosystem and human health …
expected in the near future. Plastics pose a threat to the ecosystem and human health …
[HTML][HTML] Overview of known plastic packaging-associated chemicals and their hazards
Global plastics production has reached 380 million metric tons in 2015, with around 40%
used for packaging. Plastic packaging is diverse and made of multiple polymers and …
used for packaging. Plastic packaging is diverse and made of multiple polymers and …