claim: All Tea Bags Contain Harmful Microplastics!!
evidence: Therefore, the use of plastic in tea bags has come under scrutiny due to the potential release of microplastics when exposed to heat. As we mentioned earlier, many tea bag manufacturers use nylon or polyethylene terephthalate (PET) in their tea bags, which are not biodegradable and can release harmful microplastics when exposed to heat. These microplastics can end up in your drink, and studies have shown that they may pose a risk to human health. [...] Another study published in the journal Environmental Science & Technology in 2020 found that plastic tea bags could release up to 16 micrograms of microplastics per liter of tea when brewed at a temperature of 95°C. These studies highlight the importance of choosing plastic-free tea bags to minimize exposure to potentially harmful plastics. [...] Yes, some tea bags can contain microplastics, particularly those made with plastic materials like nylon or polypropylene. However, The Tea Spot's sachets are made from sugar cane fibers, which are biodegradable, compostable, and completely free from petroleum-based plastic. Therefore, you can rest assured that when you brew our tea, you're not consuming any harmful plastics or microplastics.