Plastics pose the highest risks globally due to their harmful chemicals, which are present in various sectors.
The sectors with the highest exposure to these chemicals include packaging, such as food contact materials, furniture, and toys.
Other sectors are electrical and electronic equipment, transport, and personal care and household products.
Medical devices, building materials, and synthetic textiles are also listed.
The final sector with high exposure is agriculture, aquaculture, and fisheries.
The data highlights that approximately 10 million tonnes of plastic waste, out of 50 million tonnes of e-waste generated annually, contain harmful chemicals.
