What it is
Most-produced plastic worldwide. Used in plastic bags, bottles, and food packaging. The most commonly detected microplastic polymer in food.
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 PE from FDA Total Diet Study, academic research, and independent lab testing. Detection results will appear here as datasets are ingested.