Micro Plastics

Particles of less than 5mm in size, that can arise through:

• Deterioration of Marine Debris (Eg. Cordage, films)
• Direct release (E.g. abrasives in personal care products)
• Accidental loss of industrial raw materials (E.g. prefabricated plastics during transport at sea).
• Discharge of macerated wastes (E.g. sewage sludge).