Washing - 2 News from the science department by Empa

Washing - 2 News from the science department by Empa

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When nanoplastics are not what they seem

Release of oligomers from polyester textiles

12-Feb-2024 - Textiles made of synthetic fibers release micro- and nanoplastics during washing. Empa researchers have now been able to show: Some of the supposed nanoplastics do not actually consist of plastic particles, but of water-insoluble oligomers. The effects they have on humans and the environment are ...

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Microplastics from the washing machine

Textiles made from synthetic fibers release microfibers

27-Jun-2017 - The presence of microplastics in our wastewater can be attributed primarily to two factors. Firstly, many cosmetic products, such as toothpaste, creams, shower gels, and peelings, contain tiny pieces of plastic in order to achieve a mechanical cleaning effect. Secondly, microplastics are washed ...

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