The particles of microplastics in shrimp paste from the Gulf of Thailand and the Andaman Sea
Keywords:
Microplastics, Shrimp paste, Gulf of Thailand, the Andaman SeaAbstract
Microplastics are considered as contaminants in marine ecosystems around the world and have been a growing problem. Marine organisms such as crustaceans, fish, and mussels can either directly ingest microplastic or accumulate it from the food web. Therefore, fisheries-target species from those groups become a potential source of microplastic contamination for human consumers. This study aimed to examine the microplastic contaminants in shrimp paste in Thailand. Shrimp paste samples were purchased from five different provinces, both from the Andaman Sea and the Gulf of Thailand. The abundance of microplastics in the shrimp paste was examined by hydrogen peroxide, analyzed under a stereomicroscope, and later identified by using Fourier transform infrared spectroscopy (FTIR). The results showed that the densities of microplastics in shrimp paste varied from 6 to 11.3 particles/ 10 g. The microplastics were composed of fibers and fragments, ranging from 0.1 to 1.0 mm in length. Five different types of plastic polymer were found, i.e. polyethylene terephthalate, polyurethane, rayon, polystyrene, and polyvinyl alcohol. Microplastics are one of the main environmental challenges nowadays, worldwide. This study confirmed microplastic presence in shrimp paste, and urgent measures are needed to prevent recurrent contamination of food items produced for human consumption and related health problems. We propose to work in collaboration with local communities to ensure clean fishery products, reducing microplastic contamination.
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