Distribution, Polymer Composition, and Exposure Risks of Microplastics in Bottled and Tap Water Distribution.

Molecules · 2026 · PMC13363690 · PMID 42451608

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Although statistical analysis (one-way ANOVA, p = 0.208) did not reveal significant differences between water types, the mean MP concentrations showed a clear trend: flavoured water (2.00 ± 1.83 MPs/L) > tap water (1.30 ± 0.80 MPs/L) > mineral water (0.59 ± 0.37 MPs/L).

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