Is it true that a single scratch on a non-stick pan releases 9,000 microplastic particles, and a broken coating releases over 2 million?
Yes, non-stick pans can release microplastics, but the numbers you’ve mentioned—9,000 microplastic particles from a single scratch and over 2 million from a broken coating—can vary based on the condition, quality, and usage of the pan. 1. Non-Stick Coatings and Microplastics: Non-stick pans are typically coated with polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE), commonly known by the brand name … Read more