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Half of 'flushable' wet wipes contain microplastic pollutants

Half of wet wipes found in a study of Irish waters were branded as 'flushable' but actually contained microplastic pollutants.

Half of 'flushable' wet wipes contain microplastic pollutants

Tue, 23 Jun, 2020 - 10:09

Digital Desk staff

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Half of wet wipes found in a study of Irish waters were branded as 'flushable' but actually contained microplastic pollutants.

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