Characterisation of Microplastics in Selected Chicken Feeds
Keywords:
Microplastics, Chicken feeds, Density separation, FTIR, Estimated daily intakeAbstract
Chickens and eggs, being the primary protein source for the majority of Malaysian consumers. Based on data from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) in 2020. Malaysia had one of the highest poultry meat consumption rates in the world, with an average of 50.5 kg of chicken meat consumed per person per year. Feed is important for supporting healthy growth, egg production, and the overall well-being of chickens.