Microplastics in our diet: A review of food source contamination

Radhika, Gune and Asha, Martin (2025) Microplastics in our diet: A review of food source contamination. Journal of Food Control, 178. pp. 1-18.

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Abstract

Microplastics and Nanoplastics (MNPs) are particles arising from the intentional synthesis or unintentional degradation of plastic. They are widespread contaminants in diverse environments - from deep oceans to the human body. These particles could enter humans via inhalation, water, or food. Despite a decade of research on detecting MNPs in food, there is an incomplete understanding of the source of MNPs, their quantities and behaviour in food, and the total exposure to humans. This review examines studies on MNPs detected in foods (sans seafood), highlighting their presence in terrestrial and processed food sources. It elaborates on the diversity of data reported and its inconsistencies, challenges in the methodology, recent developments and progress, and key future directions. Detection of MNPs in critical routes is the first step in understanding the extent of MNP exposure and toxicity to humans. This is essential for developing effective interventions and food safety and health policies.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Microplastics, Nanoplastics, Food safety, Food contaminants Microplastic exposure
Subjects:	600 Technology > 05 Chemical engineering > 08 Plastics Technology 600 Technology > 08 Food technology > 31 Food Additives
Divisions:	Dept. of Biochemistry
Depositing User:	Somashekar K S
Date Deposited:	07 Oct 2025 06:51
Last Modified:	07 Oct 2025 06:51
URI:	http://ir.cftri.res.in/id/eprint/19903

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