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The Analysis and Risk Assessment of Organic Pollutants in Food Products
Summary
This review analyzes organic pollutants -- including pesticides, polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons, plasticizers, and microplastics -- found in food products, examining their sources, analytical detection methods, and risk assessment frameworks to evaluate human dietary exposure.
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