Are there microplastics in your indoor air from clothing?

Yes, indoor air contains significantly higher concentrations of microplastic particles than outdoor air. Studies have found that indoor microplastic levels are 10 to 100 times higher than outdoors, with textile fibers being the dominant type. Every time you wear, fold, or move synthetic clothing, tiny plastic fibers become airborne. Tumble dryers that vent indoors are an especially concentrated source.

These airborne microfibers are small enough to be inhaled deep into the lungs. Early research on microplastic inhalation has found plastic particles in human lung tissue and associated them with inflammation and reduced lung function. People who spend the majority of their time indoors, including infants, elderly individuals, and remote workers, face the highest cumulative exposure.

Reducing synthetic textiles in your home is one of the most direct ways to lower indoor microplastic concentrations. This includes clothing, bedding, curtains, and upholstery. Choosing natural-fiber products from ONDU for your wardrobe and bedroom means fewer plastic particles floating in the air you breathe every day.