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Regulating primary microplastics in the European Union

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Christoph M. Rheinberger, Perrti Elo, Sanna Henrichson, Anu Kapanen, Sandrine Lefevre-Brevart, Laszlo Majoros, Evgenia Stoyanova, Peter Simpson

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This paper reviews the European Union's regulatory approach to primary microplastics — plastics intentionally produced at small sizes for use in products like cosmetics and industrial applications. Researchers analyse the effectiveness of proposed restrictions and identify gaps that could limit their environmental impact.

Abstract Microplastic pollution receives increasing attention of policy makers. Primary microplastics are of particular interest as they may be effectively regulated by source reduction. We identify major emission sources and sinks of primary microplastics in the EU and discuss key challenges for optimal regulation

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