Microplastics and the law explained: What California's new rule means for plastic policy

Research Roundup: California's path away from microplastics

California will soon list microplastics as a candidate chemical of concern.

California prepares to add microplastics to Candidate Chemicals List on Oct. 1

California is getting ready to add microplastics to its Candidate Chemicals List, marking another step in the state’s decade-long attempt to address plastic pollution. The designation does not immediately limit products but starts a regulatory process that involves public comment and formal review.

Microplastics and the law explained: What California's new rule means for plastic policy

While talks on an international plastics treaty remain deadlocked, California is starting a process that could lead to microplastics regulation. On Oct. 1, the state will add microplastics to a list of substances that evidence suggests may be harmful to people or the environment and are candidates for increased regulation.

State Adds Microplastics to Candidate Chemicals List

California adds microplastics to its Candidate Chemicals List on Oct. 1, marking a significant step in the state's decade-long effort to regulate plastic pollution.