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April 10, 2026MicroplasticsOpen Access

Characterization of Economic Activities in the Tecolutla River Basin, Mexico: A Focus on the Risk of Microplastics in the Production Chain

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BMBertha María Moreno-RodríguezYBYodaira Borroto-PentónLPLuis Alberto Peralta-Pelaez

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Overview

Descriptive research identifies microplastic risks in economic activities within the Tecolutla River basin, suggesting targeted mitigation strategies.

Key Points

  • This study aims to characterize economic activities in the Tecolutla River basin and identify risk factors for microplastic generation and release.
  • Conducted a descriptive applied research study using structured questionnaires.
  • Administered the questionnaire to 19 economic units across seven municipalities in Tecolutla River basin.
  • Evaluated the use of plastic materials in inputs, production, and waste management practices.
  • 94.7% of economic units reported using polymeric materials, mainly thermoplastics like PET, PVC, and PP.
  • Accommodation and food services had limited separation and recycling practices, indicating higher risks.
  • Textile and construction industries showed a high potential for microplastic release due to synthetic materials.

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Moreno-Rodríguez et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/69d8967d6c1944d70ce07f52https://doi.org/10.3390/microplastics5020069
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