What it is
Plastic particles smaller than 1 micrometer. Can cross biological membranes including the blood-brain barrier. A 2024 study found micro- and nanoplastics in human arterial plaque associated with increased cardiovascular events.
Health effects
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Editorial in progress
A full health-effects review for this chemical is being researched and reviewed by our scientific advisors. In the meantime, see the studies and detection data below.
Detected in food
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No detection data yet
We are aggregating data on Nanoplastics from FDA Total Diet Study, academic research, and independent lab testing. Detection results will appear here as datasets are ingested.