LONDON – A new study has revealed the negative ecological effects of microplastics and perfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), pollutants closely linked to the fashion industry’s reliance on synthetic textiles and water-repellent fabrics. The research highlights how these chemicals harm aquatic ecosystems, showing their combined toxicity can exceed the sum of their individual impacts. Key findings suggest the widespread use of these materials, particularly in performance wear and fast fashion, has far-reaching consequences.
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