Dozens of brands come with a side of dangerous plastics, report finds
Food and cosmetics from dozens of major retailers come wrapped in potentially dangerous plastics, a new report has found.
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Researchers discover new method to prevent release of dangerous particle from common products: 'There's no better way'
Microplastics are ubiquitous in our environment and even our bodies, but thankfully, researchers have developed a ...
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What Is Polyvinyl Alcohol and How Does It Impact the Environment?
Polyvinyl alcohol, aka PVA, PVOH or E1203, is a synthetic plastic polymer. In our homes, it’s most commonly found as the thin ...
Newfoundland beach blobs are plastic pollution, but source remains unknown, scientist says
Memorial University Earth science professor Hilary Corlett says testing shows the gunk is safe to touch and she hopes there ...
Are chewing gums made of plastic? Here’s the REAL truth
Discover the truth behind chewing gum ingredients. Are modern chewing gums made of plastic? Learn about synthetic polymers in ...
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Lawsuit Launched to Force Federal Regulation of PVC as Hazardous Waste
WASHINGTON— The Center for Biological Diversity filed a notice today of its intent to sue the federal government for failing to regulate polyvinyl chloride ... commonly used and discarded forms of ...
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Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC) Plastic Sheet and Plastic Film
Good mechanical strength. Resistant to most chemicals. Easily fabricated and machined. Uses include: chemical plant-tanks, electrical components, valves and pumps ...
Plastic waste on Newfoundland beaches: the disturbing discovery
Analysis reveals mysterious white spots are actually polluting plastic.
Newfoundland beach blobs are plastic, but source remains unknown
ST. JOHN’S — A scientist has determined that the strange white blobs puzzling Newfoundland beachcombers are made of a plastic ...