Question
According to a recent report by the Food and Agriculture
Organization (FAO) in August 2024, which food items were identified as containing microplastics?Solution
The FAO report highlighted sugar and salt as common food items contaminated with microplastics. This revelation is part of a broader concern regarding microplastic pollution in food products globally. In response to this issue, the Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) initiated a project in March 2024, focusing on establishing validated methodologies for detecting micro and nano-plastics in various food matrices and understanding their prevalence and impact on Indian consumers. This project underscores the urgency of addressing microplastic contamination to safeguard public health.
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