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Microplastics Are Accumulating in Poultry Meat
NonToxCo Research
Science & Safety Team · 4/8/2026
The chicken on your plate may contain microplastics that accumulated in the bird during its life.
Plastic in Poultry
A 2026 review documented microplastic sources, bioaccumulation, and human health risks in poultry. Chickens ingest microplastics from feed, water, and their environment. The plastics accumulate in their tissue, which you then eat.
What You Can Do
Choose organic, free-range poultry when possible. Vary your protein sources. Browse non-toxic kitchen alternatives.
Source: Authors (2026).