Microplastic Present in Wild Flathead Grey Mullet in Hong Kong

The results of a recent research show the presence of microplastic in 60% of wild Flathead Grey Mullet tested in Hong Kong, a species commonly served in Chinese meals. The test indicates the chance of adding toxins on the eating tables and along the food chain and shows that plastic pollution is part of our daily life.

Greenpeace urges the Hong Kong government to quicken up the process of legislation to restrict the use of single-use plastics. The government-led research on microbeads in daily products and the plastic bottle producer responsibility schemes should go first. In addition the government should stimulate the overall plastic reduction target in order to make sure corporations will commit to cut plastic use.