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Greater willingness to reduce microplastics consumption in Mexico than in Spain supports the importance of legislation on the use of plastics
Summary
Researchers found that consumers in Mexico showed greater willingness to reduce microplastic consumption than those in Spain, and that unclear microbead labeling was the primary barrier to informed purchasing, suggesting stricter plastic legislation and corporate labeling requirements could meaningfully reduce microplastic exposure.
Perhaps more strict legislation against plastics creates an environment favorable to MP control. Unclear statement of microbeads on labels was the main reason for not checking microbead contents; environmental education and a stricter control of plastics and MP were identified as necessary policy changes in the two countries. Corporation engagement on clearer product labeling is also suggested.