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Does Silicone Have Microplastics? Here’s What Scientists Are Saying

Microplastics have become a growing concern in everyday kitchens, pushing many consumers to swap plastic containers and traditional nonstick cookware for “cleaner” alternatives like glass, stainless steel and silicone. Silicone, in particular, has exploded in popularity because it’s flexible, reusable and generally considered more stable than plastic. But as more people build lower-tox kitchens, one question keeps coming up: does silicone have microplastics? The answer is still evolving. What Is Silicone Made Of? Silicone is a synthetic, man-made polymer built from repeating chains of silicon...