Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions
The pervasive use of plastics in modern society necessitates the incorporation of organic additives to enhance their performance. However, the leachability of these additives and their potential adverse effects on environmental and biological health have raised significant concerns. This review prov...
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| description | The pervasive use of plastics in modern society necessitates the incorporation of organic additives to enhance their performance. However, the leachability of these additives and their potential adverse effects on environmental and biological health have raised significant concerns. This review provides a comprehensive evaluation of the factors influencing the release of organic additives from plastics and examines their detrimental impacts on organisms and humans. It discusses effective degradation techniques, such as photodegradation and biodegradation, to mitigate these adverse effects. Furthermore, this review explores recent advancements in eco-friendly plastic additives, including bio-based plasticizers, flame retardants, antioxidants, and environmentally friendly non-biobased additives. It highlights their potential as alternatives to traditional additives. This review integrates the latest research findings and emerging trends, underscoring the need for continued research and development of sustainable solutions. It aims to facilitate the transition to environmentally friendly degradation techniques and greener plastic additives. This effort contributes to environmental protection and sustainable development, providing crucial guidance and insights for future research and practical applications. |
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| spelling | doaj-art-d260aef554cc4f37adcbf58b6ff9305b2025-08-20T02:38:09ZengKeAi Communications Co., Ltd.Emerging Contaminants2405-66502024-12-0110410038810.1016/j.emcon.2024.100388Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutionsZehui Wang0Gang Liang1Shanxue Jiang2Fang Wang3Haifeng Li4Bingru Li5Hong Zhu6Anxiang Lu7Wenwen Gong8Institute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, China; Department of Applied Chemistry, College of Bioscience and Resource Environment, Beijing University of Agriculture, Beijing, 102206, ChinaInstitute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, ChinaSchool of Ecology and Environment, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, 100048, ChinaSchool of Ecology and Environment, Beijing Technology and Business University, Beijing, 100048, ChinaInstitute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, ChinaInstitute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, ChinaDepartment of Applied Chemistry, College of Bioscience and Resource Environment, Beijing University of Agriculture, Beijing, 102206, ChinaInstitute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, ChinaInstitute of Quality Standard and Testing Technology, BAAFS (Beijing Academy of Agriculture and Forestry Sciences), Beijing, 100097, China; Corresponding author.The pervasive use of plastics in modern society necessitates the incorporation of organic additives to enhance their performance. However, the leachability of these additives and their potential adverse effects on environmental and biological health have raised significant concerns. This review provides a comprehensive evaluation of the factors influencing the release of organic additives from plastics and examines their detrimental impacts on organisms and humans. It discusses effective degradation techniques, such as photodegradation and biodegradation, to mitigate these adverse effects. Furthermore, this review explores recent advancements in eco-friendly plastic additives, including bio-based plasticizers, flame retardants, antioxidants, and environmentally friendly non-biobased additives. It highlights their potential as alternatives to traditional additives. This review integrates the latest research findings and emerging trends, underscoring the need for continued research and development of sustainable solutions. It aims to facilitate the transition to environmentally friendly degradation techniques and greener plastic additives. This effort contributes to environmental protection and sustainable development, providing crucial guidance and insights for future research and practical applications.http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405665024000891Organic plastic additivesLeachingToxicityPhotodegradationBiodegradationGreen plastic additives |
| spellingShingle | Zehui Wang Gang Liang Shanxue Jiang Fang Wang Haifeng Li Bingru Li Hong Zhu Anxiang Lu Wenwen Gong Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions Emerging Contaminants Organic plastic additives Leaching Toxicity Photodegradation Biodegradation Green plastic additives |
| title | Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| title_full | Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| title_fullStr | Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| title_full_unstemmed | Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| title_short | Understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics: A call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| title_sort | understanding the environmental impact and risks of organic additives in plastics a call for sustained research and sustainable solutions |
| topic | Organic plastic additives Leaching Toxicity Photodegradation Biodegradation Green plastic additives |
| url | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405665024000891 |
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