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Study looked at commonly available teabags made using three different compositions of polylactic acid ( PLA ), which is derived from sources such as corn starch or sugar cane.
Teabags were buried in soil for seven months to assess whether they had deteriorated.
The study's authors highlight the need for accurate disposal information to be clearly displayed on product packaging.
PLA -based teabags did not fully deteriorate, and it seems that composting worms may be harmed by them.
Lack of clear labeling can lead to consumers disposing of teabag in their compost, where any limit to complete degradation of the material raises the potential for plastics to enter the soil when compost is added to the garden.
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