Additive-specific pathways in marine-leaked plastics (IMAGE)

National Institute for Environmental Studies

Additive-specific pathways in marine-leaked plastics

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Conceptual illustration of the distinct environmental behavior of three substances highlighted in the study. Irgafos 168-related compounds are affected mainly by leaching and transformation from within the plastic matrices. DEHP may be sorbed to microplastics from the surrounding environment. HBCD can remain in fragmented particles during marine transport. The dots are schematic and do not quantitatively represent chemical concentrations or particle numbers.

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National Institute for Environmental Studies, Japan

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