Survey on endocrine-disrupting chemicals in seafood: Occurrence and distribution

• Type: Another Publication in an International Scientific Journal
• Date: 2022

Authors

Cunha, SC (Author) Other; Menezes Sousa, D (Author) Other; Mello, FV (Author) Other; Miranda, JAT (Author) Other; Fogaca, FHS (Author) Other; Alonso, MB (Author) Other; Torres, JPM (Author) Other; Fernandes, JO (Author) FFUP

Journal

Title: Environmental Research

Vol. 210

ISSN: 0013-9351

Publisher: Elsevier

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Authenticus ID: P-00W-82W

DOI: 10.1016/j.envres.2022.112886

Abstract (EN): Currently, the presence of endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) in the marine environment pose ¿ potential risk to both wildlife and human health. The occurrence of EDCs in seafood depends of several factors such as source and amounts of EDCs that reach the aquatic environment, physicochemical features of EDCs, and its accumulation in trophic chain. This review highlights the occurrence and distribution of EDCs along the seafood in the last 6 years. The following EDCs were included in this review: brominated flame retardants (PBDEs, PBBs, HBCDDs, TBBPA, and novel flame retardants); pharmaceuticals (paracetamol, ibuprofen, diclofenac, carbamazepine), bisphenols, hormones, personal care products (Musk and UV Filters), and pesticides (organochlorides, organophosphates, and pyrethroids). Some of them were found above the threshold that may cause negative effects on human, animal, and environmental health. More control in some countries, as well as new legislation and inspection over the purchase, sale, use, and production of these compounds, are urgently needed. This review provides data to support risk assessment and raises critical gaps to stimulate and improve future research. © 2022 Elsevier Inc.

Language: English

Type (Professor's evaluation): Scientific