Characterization of Nanoplastics, Fibrils, and Microplastics Released during Washing and Abrasion of Polyester Textiles
Tong Yang, Jialuo Luo, Bernd Nowack
Abstract
MPFs (0.2 mg), and no fibrils. The present study is the first to show a significant release of polyester nanoplastics during the washing and abrasion of synthetic textiles.
Topics & Concepts
MicroplasticsAbrasion (mechanical)PolyesterScanning electron microscopeMaterials scienceTransmission electron microscopyComposite materialCharacterization (materials science)Chemical engineeringChemistryNanotechnologyEnvironmental chemistryEngineeringMicroplastics and Plastic PollutionRecycling and Waste Management TechniquesAdditive Manufacturing and 3D Printing Technologies