Microplastics (MP) and nanoplastics (NP) have been found in nearly every organ system studied so far, including the lungs, brain, liver, kidney, heart, and placenta. It is easy for these particles to enter the human body due to their small size, and the most common pathways are through ingestion and inhalation.

New research on microplastics is changing how we think about textile processes. These pernicious substances, most commonly found in fiber form, have the potential to impact bodily function in humans due to physical and chemical interactions when ingested.