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ClearIdentification and Quantification of Microplastics in Mackerel (Rastrelliger sp) at the Tual City Fish Market
Researchers identified and quantified microplastics in the digestive tracts of mackerel from the Tual City fish market in Indonesia using microscopy and FTIR analysis, confirming the presence of multiple polymer types in commercially sold fish.
Evaluation of Microplastic Contamination in Commercially Edible Fresh Water and Marine Fishes Bought from Fish Markets, Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu, India
This Indian study examined microplastic contamination in freshwater and marine fish sold in markets in Tamil Nadu, finding plastic particles in multiple commercially important species. People who regularly eat fish from contaminated markets are likely consuming microplastics as part of their diet.
Quantification, identification, and chemical characterization of microplastics (MPs) in commercial fishes from the Palk Strait, Southeast India
Researchers examined microplastics in the tissues and guts of 75 commercially important fish from the Palk Strait in Southeast India, finding an average of 115 particles per individual. Fibers were the most common form at 51%, with polyethylene and polypropylene as the dominant polymers, and particle sizes ranged from 0.1 to 1.0 millimeters. The presence of microplastics in edible fish tissues suggests a potential route of human exposure through seafood consumption.
Quantification, identification, and chemical characterization of microplastics (MPs) in commercial fishes from the Palk Strait, Southeast India
Researchers examined microplastics in the tissues and guts of 75 commercially important fish from the Palk Strait in Southeast India, finding an average of 115 particles per individual. Fibers were the most common form at 51%, with polyethylene and polypropylene as the dominant polymers, and particle sizes ranged from 0.1 to 1.0 millimeters. The presence of microplastics in edible fish tissues suggests a potential route of human exposure through seafood consumption.
Assessment Of Microplastics In Commercially Important Fishes Collected From Thondi Fish Landing Center
Researchers assessed the presence and characteristics of microplastics in commercially important fish species collected from the Thondi fish landing center in India. The study evaluated microplastic contamination levels in fish obtained from a coastal fishing hub, contributing data on the prevalence of plastic particles in seafood relevant to both ecological and human dietary exposure concerns.
Additives, plasticizers, small microplastics (<100 μm), and other microlitter components in the gastrointestinal tract of commercial teleost fish: Method of extraction, purification, quantification, and characterization using Micro-FTIR
Researchers developed a Micro-FTIR extraction and identification method for small microplastics (under 100 µm) and plastic additives in the gastrointestinal tracts of five commercial Mediterranean fish species, finding species-specific contamination patterns with anchovies and sardines showing the highest microplastic burdens.
Microplastic contamination in fresh fish: insights from wet market in Selangor, Malaysia
Researchers examined microplastic contamination in the gut and muscle tissue of four commercially important fish species from a Malaysian wet market, using ATR-FTIR spectroscopy for polymer identification. Microplastics were detected in all species, with the highest abundance found in the gut of Lutjanus erythropterus, raising food safety concerns.
Abundance, characteristics, and risk assessment of microplastics in indigenous freshwater fishes of India
Researchers examined microplastic contamination in five widely consumed freshwater fish species from India and found plastic particles in all specimens, with fibers being the most dominant type. Evidence of microplastics in edible fish tissue indicates translocation from the gut, suggesting a pathway for human exposure through consumption. Risk assessment showed that while microplastic abundance posed a low quantitative risk, the polymer types identified indicated a high hazard potential for the fish species studied.
Microplastics in Commercial Fishes and By-Catch from Selected FAO Major Fishing Areas of the Southern Baltic Sea
Researchers found microplastics in both edible and non-edible organs of five fish species from the southern Baltic Sea, with 1-12 particles per fish dominated by fibers, and polymers including cellophane, polyamide, polyethylene, and polypropylene identified by FTIR spectroscopy.
Occurrence of microplastics in fishes from two landing sites in Tuticorin, South east coast of India
Microplastics were found in the stomachs of two commercial fish species from markets in Tuticorin on India's southeast coast, with fibers and fragments as the dominant types. The study provides baseline data on microplastic ingestion by market fish in a major Indian fishing hub with implications for human dietary exposure.
Microplastic contamination in thirty commercially important fish species: Distribution, polymer composition, pollution indices, and human health risks
Researchers examined microplastic contamination in 600 specimens across 30 commercially important fish species from the Indian coast, finding the highest accumulation in the gastrointestinal tract with carnivorous species carrying the greatest burden. Polyethylene and polypropylene fibers were the dominant particle types, and human health risk assessment showed measurable daily intake from consuming these fish, with pollution indices indicating considerable to medium hazard risk levels.
Identification of microplastic polymers found in the digestive tract of fish from Lake Amatitlán, Guatemala
FTIR-ATR spectroscopy was used to identify microplastic polymers extracted from the gastrointestinal tracts of 36 fish from Lake Amatitlán, Guatemala, analyzing 68 particles representing 10% of total extracted microplastics. The study determined the predominant polymer types present in fish from this lake and assessed likely contamination sources.
Microplastics Contamination of Mackerel and Red Snapper as Commercial Fish from the Takalar Fish Landing, Indonesia
Researchers identified and characterized microplastics from mackerel and red snapper tissues collected at the Takalar Fish Landing, Indonesia, using FTIR spectroscopy to confirm polymer types after counting particles by shape, size, and color, while implementing contamination-prevention protocols to ensure result accuracy.
A comparative study of microplastic detection in Nemipterus japonicus, Rastrelliger kanagurta, Arius sp. and Scylla olivacea from Chennai Coastal Region, India using ATR-FTIR spectroscopy
Researchers compared microplastic detection methods across three commercially important fish species from the same fishing grounds, finding species-specific differences in particle ingestion and demonstrating that gut content analysis methods affect detection outcomes.
Ingested Microplastics in 18 Local Fish Species from the Northwestern Mediterranean Sea
Researchers investigated microplastic occurrence and polymer composition in the digestive tracts of 18 coastal fish species from the northwestern Mediterranean Sea, using hydrogen peroxide digestion and FTIR spectrometry with rigorous blank controls, which led to removing 78% of initially suspected particles. Corrected microplastic concentrations ranged from 0.00 to 5.15 items per fish, consistent with other Mediterranean studies, with polymer type variation across species.
Occurrence of Microplastics in the Gastrointestinal Tracts of Edible Fishes from South Indian Rivers
Researchers isolated and characterized microplastics from the gastrointestinal tracts of five edible fish species collected from the Kollidam and Vellar rivers in Tamil Nadu, Southern India. They found 315 microplastic particles across 23 fish, dominated by fibers (85.7%) in Kollidam river fish and fragments (14.3%) in Vellar river fish, with particle sizes ranging from 109 to 284 µm, indicating widespread dietary exposure to microplastics in commercially harvested freshwater fish.
Assessment of microplastic contamination in commercially available fishes
Researchers found microplastics in every one of 32 commercially sold fish from markets in Vellore, India, recovering a total of 875 particles from their gills and digestive tracts. Fibers made up 91% of the microplastics, with polyvinyl alcohol and polyethylene being the most common types. Since these are fish commonly eaten by local populations, the findings raise direct concerns about human microplastic exposure through seafood consumption.
Screening for microplastics in marine fish of Thailand: the accumulation of microplastics in the gastrointestinal tract of different foraging preferences
Researchers investigated microplastic ingestion in 492 marine fish (361 demersal and 131 pelagic) from Thailand, finding no significant difference in uptake between the two foraging types, with polyamide fibers dominating in both groups. FT-IR analysis confirmed polyamide as the most common polymer and red-colored fibers as the most abundant morphology, providing the first such characterization for Thai marine fish.
Abundance and characteristics of microplastics in commercial marine fish from Malaysia
Microplastics were found in the digestive tracts of eight commercially important marine fish species caught in Malaysian waters, with prevalence and particle types varying by species and location. The study raises food safety concerns for Malaysian seafood consumers and highlights the widespread occurrence of microplastic ingestion in wild-caught fish from Southeast Asian seas.
Identification of Microplastic in the Digestive Tracts of Mackerel Tuna, Lemuru and Sea Water from Pangandaran, Indonesia
Researchers examined the digestive tracts of mackerel tuna and lemuru fish from coastal waters in Pangandaran, Indonesia, and found microplastics in both species. Mackerel tuna contained mostly fragment-type microplastics while lemuru had primarily fiber-type particles, with polypropylene and polyester identified as the dominant polymer types. The study highlights the extent of microplastic contamination in commercially important fish species and the potential for human exposure through seafood consumption.