Panacea for the nanoplastic surge in Africa: A state-of-the-art review

Microplastics: A Real Global Threat for Environment and Food Safety: A State of the Art Review

“…In the marine domain, NP translocation has been observed experimentally in several fish species [ 194 , 195 , 196 ], in clams [ 164 ] and in daphnia [ 197 , 198 ]. The potential passage of MPs (<10 μm) and NPs could be promoted or reduced depending on the chemical nature of the eco- or bio-corona via membrane recognition mechanisms [ 177 , 187 , 199 , 200 ].…”

Widespread use of toxic agrochemicals and pesticides for agricultural products storage in Africa and developing countries: Possible panacea for ecotoxicology and health implications

“…Toxic chemicals can also migrate into agricultural products through the different packaging materials used in preserving food. Packaging involves using additives such as stabilizers, plasticizers, antioxidants, and slipping agents to improve the properties of the packaging materials [ 102 , 103 ]. Pesticides are also used in packaging materials to prevent the proliferation of insects, bacteria, and fungi [ 104 ].…”

Emerging contaminants in food matrices: An overview of the occurrence, pathways, impacts and detection techniques of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances

“…Despite the rise in foodborne diseases, many food chain personelle worldwide fail to fully comprehend the significance of food safety. Several emerging contaminants including [27] , [72] , [70] , [74] , [2] , [69] , [84] , [81] , [16] microplastics; tetrabromobisphenol A (and its [73] , [54] , [71] , [76] , [79] , [30] , [77] , [78] , [53] , [67] derivatives); agrochemicals/chemical ripening [63] , [66] , [80] , [28] , [3] , [65] , [19] , [75] agents, heavy metals, [8] phthalates; antibiotics, pharmaceuticals and personal care [83] , [82] , [68] , [64] , [59] , [60] products, have been found to contaminate the food chains causing varieties of human and ecotoxicological harms. Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are synthetic chemicals that have been widely used in various consumer and industrial products such as non-stick surface repellents, textiles, cosmetics, papers, and firefighting foams since the 1950 s due to their unique ability to repel grease, dirt, and water [38] .…”