Microplastics in the Food Chain: Between Scientific Evidence and Regulatory Action

You have probably heard the headline that microplastics are everywhere: in the ocean, in the air, in table salt, and yes, in human blood and placentas. But for regulatory affairs professionals, the conversation needs to go much further than awareness. This article is structured in two acts: an explainer for anyone new to the topic, followed by an operational deep dive into the regulatory obligations taking shape right now.