Plastic – The Toxic Ingredient
Over the years plastic has gained firm footing as a household item. The versatility of the material has
compelled us to include it in every facet of our modern lives – carry bags for grocery or the plastic
cutlery of the ‘use-and-throw’ variety.
Among others, big businesses like e-commerce websites, consumable brands & food delivery
platforms largely rely on plastic items to deliver their products to consumers. The dependency of
households & businesses alike on plastic products doesn’t mean they are safe or responsible.
A closer understanding of harmful effects of plastics is utmost important to improve their toxic
footprint.
1. Plastic never goes away (Non- biodegradable):
Plastic pollution arguably poses a bigger threat to the plants and animals – including humans – who
are based on land. This synthetic material takes up to 1,000 years to decompose, leaching
technically toxic substances into soil and water. These particles then enter the food chain causing
loss to life & property.
2. Litter the environment:
Once used these disposable products go into landfills & end up littering the landscape. They blow
down the street, flap from trees, clog storm drains or make their way out to sea. If you considered
burning them as a viable option, then you may end up polluting air with toxic fumes.