MPs and NPs are emerging pollutants released into beverages from plastic packaging and bottle caps by dissolution, temperature variation, and mechanical stress (Sohail et al., 2023). Common beverages include solid brewed beverages, liquid carbonated beverages, energy drinks, coffee, milk, soda, fruit and vegetable juices, protein, syrup, concentrate, and flavored beverages (Figure 1A). The commonly consumed beverages include alcoholic beverages such as brewed wine, distilled spirits, beer, and preproduce beverages (sold in fast-food stores) (Xing et al., 2023). The sources and entry routes of MPs and NPs can be categorized from several perspectives, such as liquid-based methods and different types of water, including beverages, drinking water, groundwater, and seawater. Solid-based examples include food packaging, straws, beverage bottles, tea bags, and paper scraps (Figure 1B). Moreover, most microplastics in beverages are liquid-based (Ramachandraiah et al., 2022). Single-use plastic bottles, cans, glass bottles, paper cups and cartons are widely used in the beverage industry because of their portability, long storage time, variety and other characteristics (Vega Herrera et al., 2023). However, these characteristics can also lead to the dissolution of large amounts of plastic debris into beverages. Paper cups have a hydrophobic film laminated to the inside of the cup, which is made of plastic or copolymers (Ranjan et al., 2020). These films degrade when exposed to hot water, and as the films deteriorate, ions such as fluoride, chloride, sulfate and nitrate are released into the water in the paper cup. The regular and consequent ingestion of microplastics, ions and heavy metals during the daily consumption of hot beverages such as tea and coffee exposes us to potential health risks in the future. The amount of dissolved plastic particles in a beverage is closely related to the duration of storage, and the presence or absence of substances such as high sugar content and carbonation in the beverage directly contributes to the increase in the number of plastic particles (Chen Y. et al., 2023). Distorted shapes and aggregated NPs were detected in heated polyethylene (PE) and polyethylene terephthalate (PET) paper cups by scanning electron microscopy (Wang et al., 2023). The greatest levels of MPs released into the containing water were found at 70–95°C in disposable cups; acidic carbonated beverages promoted the release of MPs more than plain water did, and that PE-coated paper cups were the most sensitive to the type of beverage in the test cup (Chen H. et al., 2023). One study detected MPs (9.66 particles/liter) and NPs (0.73 × 107 particles/liter) in beverages packaged in refrigerated polypropylene (PP) bottles (Chen Y. et al., 2023). Huang et al. (2022) found that spherical NP particles were detected in bottled water, suggesting that this was due to their release into PET bottles containing water. The chance of human MP ingestion increases with the frequent use of the same single-use plastic bottle through the bottleneck cap system (Winkler et al., 2019). MPs and phthalate esters can be released into tea beverages through nylon cloth-wrapped tea bags (Kashfi et al., 2023). The polyvinyl chloride (PVC) content of sugar-sweetened beverages was found to be significantly greater than that of unsweetened beverages in the analysis of six bottled beverages (Fernandez-Arribas et al., 2023). Schymanski et al. (2018) reported varying levels of plastic particles in commercially available single-use plastic bottles and glass bottles. The beverage industry requires a large amount of fresh water (Mortensen et al., 2021). Not only do instant solid beverages require fresh water as a solvent, but commercial bottled beverages also require fresh water as the main ingredient (Panno et al., 2019). The production of beverages requires large amounts of water and large amounts of MPs and NPs. This requires beverage factories to use natural water sources that have been filtered and sterilized. However, current tests of water sources in factories do not consider plastic particles, which does not guarantee safety in beverages (Arijeniwa et al., 2024). During this process, water can carry most nutrients and micronutrients and acts as a good solvent, which leads to the transfer of MPs and NPs from natural water to beverages (Moodie et al., 2013). A study revealed that microplastics in ice cubes can be spread to humans by adding them to beverages (Shruti et al., 2023). In addition, different processes, such as washing of fruits, filtration, sterilization, and canning, can induce microplastic contamination (Liu et al., 2022) (Figure 1C). The presence of MPs was detected in the edible parts of common vegetables and fruits in the study by Aydin et al. (2023), and the highest microplastic intake was in tomatoes (398,520 particles individual-1 year-1 for estimated annual intake). Disposable plastic packaging is the most significant source used in the production of food and beverages (Phelan et al., 2022; Kaur et al., 2024). Kalanyan et al. reported that PET released seven times more particles into hot beverages than into plastic bottles at room temperature (Zangmeister et al., 2022). However, it is important to note that the production of beverages indispensably requires autoclaving. PE sealing is commonly used to inhibit microbial growth during the production and processing of dairy products, but this has resulted in dairy products accessing PE during the sealing process, with MPs and NPs detected in milk and yogurt (Diaz-Basantes et al., 2020; Tristan et al., 2023). MP contamination is more severe when hot beverages are served in disposable paper cups, and the high surface area and volume ratio of microplastics increase their susceptibility to contamination with adsorbed pathogens or toxins (Joseph et al., 2023). Therefore, beverage outer packaging materials, transportation contact materials, prolonged storage and the use of bottles and caps can also be sources of MP and NP contamination.

Most plastics are made up of synthetic polymers, which ultimately determine their MP and NP compositions. Plastic packaging typically includes materials such as PE, PET, PP, PVC, and polystyrene (PS). PET is the most commonly used material for beverage bottles; PP is the main material for the caps and seals of beverage bottles; PVC is commonly used for disposable plastic cups and plastic food containers; PS is commonly used for fast-food containers and beverage cartons; and PE is mainly used for food packaging bags, preservation bags, milk bottles, and yogurt bottles (Yozukmaz, 2022). Liquids such as beverages are directly exposed and in contact with PET and other plastic materials, and studies have shown that almost all bottled beverages contain small amounts of dissolved MPs and NPs (Muhib et al., 2023). We summarize the characteristics (MatWeb, 2024; KIT, 2024), concentrations and applications of common microplastics in beverage applications in Table 1. Schymanski et al. (2018) detected trace amounts of MPs and NPs in retail beverages packaged in beverage cartons and glass bottles. The production and consumption of bottled beverages, which constitute a significant source of plastics in the pathway, are increasing every year. Heating causes plastic cups, beverage bottles, and food packaging to be more susceptible to plastic particles (Joseph et al., 2023), and studies have shown that hot water immersion leads to the release of 1 million submicron and particle-sized particles per milliliter of leachate from plastic materials (Liu et al., 2022). Plastic debris, through various pathways, such as runoff, atmospheric deposition, and improper waste management, can contaminate water sources and ultimately find their way into beverages. The source of the water determines the amount of microplastics in beverages. Moreover, large quantities of water are also used in cleaning beverage containers and assembly lines, and the amount of water used is much greater than the actual amount of water used for packaging and transportation (Keerthana Devi et al., 2022). This results in large amounts of MPs and NPs from the outer packaging of food and beverages being released into the natural environment through decomposition and metabolism. Moreover, MPs and NPs in the natural environment enter beverages through various pathways, predominantly in liquids, resulting in a vicious cycle of their continuous accumulation.

There are several ways for plastics to enter the human body (Figure 1D). First, when plastic bottles or containers are used to hold beverages, particles of MPs and NPs may enter the beverage from the surface of the container. There is much evidence that beverages or bottled water contain varying degrees of plastic particles. In a study of 20 popular brands of bottled water, samples were detected to contain PP, PE, and PET, in addition to 28 plastic additives (Vega Herrera et al., 2023). Beverages packaged in plastic bottles are a nonnegligible route of exposure to MPs and NPs, and a reminder that what we consume through beverages not only contains water or nutrients that our bodies need but also contains harmful substances. Second, when we drink beverages containing MPs and NPs, these particles may be ingested through the digestive tract. Once in the body, MPs and NPs may pose potential health risks (Lee et al., 2022). PET, PE, and PS have been found to varying degrees in human blood investigations, suggesting that plastic pellets are bioavailable and can be absorbed into human blood (Leslie et al., 2022). Studies have shown that these particles may accumulate in the intestinal tract and further enter other tissues and organs, such as the liver, lungs, and lymphatic system. In addition, MPs and NPs may affect the immune system, endocrine system, and nervous system, which may lead to inflammatory responses, immune disorders, and other health problems (Osman et al., 2023). MPs and NPs are immeasurably harmful to human health. On the one hand, plastic pellets carry toxic chemicals into the ecosystem and thus act as a transport medium; on the other hand, they are polymers of hazardous chemicals that are voluntarily added as additives during the production process to improve the properties of the polymer and extend its life.

Plastics in beverages are degraded when they enter the environment and are also ingested by organisms, affecting various physiological functions. The consumption of microplastic fragments can lead to a decrease in appetite, which reduces food intake and results in inadequate nutrient absorption, energy deficits, and growth restrictions (Deng et al., 2023). MPs and NPs can mimic the properties of native plastics and may therefore decompose more slowly in the environment. This may not only disrupt the balance of natural ecosystems but also have direct or indirect effects on human health. Studies have shown that invertebrates can accidentally ingest microplastics, which can cause damage to the animal's digestive tract, gastrointestinal obstruction, etc. MPs and NPs are extremely harmful to biota and may themselves cause sublethal effects (Battistin et al., 2023).

Maternal lung exposure to NPs results in the translocation of plastic particles to the placenta and fetal tissues and renders the fetal placental unit susceptible to adverse effects (Fournier et al., 2020). Induced molecular epigenetic changes can have transgenerational effects on multiple organ systems (Kumar, 2018). Furthermore, potential pathogens may be adsorbed to plastic debris and transported through plastic debris to various parts of the body (Keswani et al., 2016). The consumption of heated beverages results in the release of one million submicron and particle-sized particles per milliliter of leachate from the plastic material, and prolonged immersion or increased abrasion intensity increases the number of particles released (Liu et al., 2022). However, this is related to the outer packaging of the beverage; hot water immersion changes the chemical composition of PE plastic packaging but has a weaker effect on PP and PS. These findings suggest that plastic materials pose an unknown risk of human ingestion if they are regularly used to hold hot food or beverages.

In recent years, plastic fragments have been detected in various tissues of the human body. For example, blood (Leslie et al., 2022; Geppner et al., 2023), testis, semen (Zhao et al., 2023), lung (Amato-Lourenço et al., 2021), liver (Lin S. et al., 2022), kidney, colon (Ibrahim et al., 2020), intestine, integumentary system (Yan et al., 2021), cerebral cells (Prüst et al., 2020), heart and cardiovascular system (Yang Y. et al., 2023), bronchoalveolar lavage fluid (Fournier et al., 2020), feces, placenta, and breast milk (Liu et al., 2023b) can be used. We summarize the types and sizes of MPs and NPs in the tissues of different organs in the human body and how they are detected in Table 2. The nano- and subnanostructures in beverages are very small and may penetrate body tissues and organs (Liu L. et al., 2021). Upon the transfer of plastic fragments to body organs, especially the intestinal system, paracellular persorption and endocytosis may occur. This phenomenon may have wide-ranging implications for intracellular homeostasis and membrane toxicity (Danopoulos et al., 2020). The number of plastic particles found in the feces of patients with inflammatory bowel disease is significantly greater than that in the normal population because the consumption of beverages, bottled water, and dietary habits, as well as work and living conditions, can have a considerable effect on their number and composition (Angnunavuri et al., 2023). Considering the wide range of reactions that these MPs and NPs can induce in the human body, a human health risk assessment of granular plastics is necessary. However, there is a lack of consistency and standardization of current methods for the detection and identification of plastics. Further research is needed on exposure to MPs and NPs in the diet and beverages to reduce their accumulation and risk in human organs, as well as to provide systematic evidence and clear validation.

MPs and NPs in soil affect crop growth. Microplastics in the environment affect crop growth metabolically, microbiologically, and in the soil (Qiu et al., 2023). Furthermore, other stressors, such as extreme temperature changes, organic pollution, heavy metal pollution, nano-oxidized pollution, and greenhouse gases, can act synergistically with these factors to reduce their toxicity to agricultural crops. In general, MPs and NPs are characterized by relatively large surface areas and volumes and may leach into different processes through decomposition processes. More importantly, plastic particles can pass through the environment into aquatic biological systems. By studying aquatic systems and groundwater, Abduro Ogo et al. (2022) reported that MPs can enter aquatic organisms through the aquatic environment. The combined toxic effects of microplastics and lead on submerged macrophytes inhibit their physiological functions and destroy the entire flora and fauna of aquatic ecosystems. The presence of microplastics can potentially exacerbate the toxicity of heavy metals in aquatic plants, fishes, and shrimp (Gerhardt et al., 2020).

In animal experiments, microplastics not only severely disrupt aspects of the gut microbiota but also significantly disturb short-chain fatty acid levels (Tu et al., 2023). MPs have been found to have potential neurotoxic effects and harmful effects on development and growth in animal studies (Kauts et al., 2023). Kauts et al. reported that feeding causes MPs to accumulate in Drosophila, with larger doses having a greater effect on Drosophila motor coordination. Prolonged exposure to high levels of PET also resulted in slow development and a decreased survival rate in Drosophila. In studies of the cryptic rod nematode hidradenitis elegans, microplastic ingestion was found to inhibit acetylcholinesterase function and alter neurotransmitter levels, leading to behavioral abnormalities (Prüst et al., 2020). In addition, the addition of preservatives and additives to beverages for prolonged storage and transportation increases the toxicological effects of MPs and NPs (Curlej et al., 2023). MPs and NPs can adsorb and carry metals and are likely to be carriers of toxic heavy metals such as Cd, Pb, Bi or Hg, causing the accumulation of multiple toxins in organisms (Deng et al., 2023). The adsorption of heavy metals to MPs and NPs involves three steps: ionic mass transfer to the particle surface, internal transfer, and binding to adsorption sites (Li Y. et al., 2023). According to toxicological observations, heavy metal adsorption by plastic particles after the production of synergistic effects and MPs and NPs in nature can be exacerbated by increasing the bioavailability of different binding poisons to aggravate their toxicity; at the same time, poison and MP and NP desorption can be absorbed by organisms. In studies on plankton, polystyrene NPs have been shown to cause the overproduction of reactive oxygen species (ROS) and the activation of downstream pathways that inhibit growth, development, and reproduction (Liu Z. et al., 2020). Studies on human lymphocytes have shown that prolonged exposure to PVC MPs induces cellular toxicity, leading to oxidative stress and organelle damage (Salimi et al., 2022). Prolonged exposure causes polystyrene NPs to induce endothelial cell leakage via calcineurin dimers and may disrupt the mammalian blood–brain barrier. NPs can damage neuronal cells via lattice proteins. Binding to α-synuclein protofibrils exacerbates the spread of α-synuclein pathology in interconnected, vulnerable brain regions, leading to lysosomal damage, which can lead to Parkinson's disease and dementia (Liu Z. et al., 2023).

Exposure to plastic nanoparticles alters the microbiota, intestinal barrier permeability, oxidative stress, inflammation, neurotoxicity, and behavioral disorders, which in turn affects the digestive and nervous systems. Drinks and alcoholic beverages may contain MPs and NPs, which enter the human digestive tract through consumption and are distributed to various organs via the bloodstream or vascular epithelial cells. Studies have shown that ingested MPs can reach the lungs through the respiratory tract, leading to oxidative stress and inflammation. They may also be absorbed through gastrointestinal mucous membranes and are strongly associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular disease-related death (Vethaak and Legler, 2021). MPs can produce cytotoxic and inflammatory effects on lung epithelial cells by inducing the formation of ROS. Long-term exposure to MPs increases the risk of chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (Dong et al., 2020). MPs and NPs can enter the human circulatory system, including Peyer's patches and M cells, through endocytosis or paracellular diffusion. The ingestion and transport of these substances pose significant health risks, as adsorbed substances may be harmful. The accumulation and translocation of MPs and NPs after ingestion can result in serious consequences, including membrane damage, oxidative stress, genotoxicity, cancer, acute inflammation, and immune responses triggered by inhalation, ingestion, or dermal contact. In vivo modeling has shown that in the presence of microplastics, intestinal oxidative and inflammatory homeostasis was altered due to direct interactions of epithelial particles, which disrupted the intestinal microbiota, immune cytotoxicity, nutrient uptake, and impaired intestinal functions (Stapleton, 2021). The immune system is unable to routinely remove microplastic particles, thus increasing the risk of chronic inflammation and tumors after exposure.

The pervasive use of plastics in modern society has led to their widespread distribution in the environment (Chae and An, 2017). PET packaging accounts for 44.7% of disposable beverage packaging in the U.S. and 12% of global solid waste (Baldridge et al., 2019). The presence of MPs and NPs in beverages not only poses risks to human health but also has broader environmental implications. Plastics used in the production and processing of beverages enter the environment (Menon et al., 2023). Owing to the slow disintegration process of synthetic plastic pollution, these particles remain in the aquatic environment for a longer period and become available to aquatic organisms. Plastic pollution in water can have long-term socioeconomic impacts, as it can alter water quality for future generations (Ravanbakhsh et al., 2022). Discarded beverage bottles are often found on the ground or in informal dumpsites and enter aquatic systems (Dias et al., 2020). Once plastic bottles are no longer reused, they are often discarded on beaches. When plastic debris reaches the open ocean, it will remain there for a long time and will be difficult to break down (Sohail et al., 2023). Wastewater generated during the washing and recycling of beverage bottles also contains trace amounts of plastic components, and this wastewater also ends up in the marine system, causing cumulative ecological harm (Dey et al., 2021). Plastic particles dissolved in the ocean can disrupt food webs and ecosystem dynamics by accumulating in organisms at different trophic levels, from zooplankton to top predators (Liu et al., 2023a). Moreover, the ingestion of microplastics by marine and terrestrial fauna can lead to physical injuries, reduced feeding efficiency, and impaired reproduction, thereby impacting population dynamics and biodiversity (Ullah et al., 2022). Additionally, the sorption of persistent organic pollutants (POPs) onto MPs and NPs can facilitate their transfer through the food chain, increasing the bioaccumulation and biomagnification of toxic compounds (Landrigan et al., 2020; Popli et al., 2022; Camacho Jimenez et al., 2023). POPs are chemical substances that are persistent and bioaccumulative (Ighalo et al., 2022). They have a combination of physical and chemical properties that make them capable of long-range transport, resistant to degradation and bioaccumulation, and are a serious environmental hazard worldwide. Furthermore, their physical and chemical properties may interfere with reproductive processes, behavior, and immune function in wildlife, ultimately impacting ecosystem stability and biodiversity (Kiran et al., 2022). The persistence of these plastics in the environment further exacerbates this issue, creating a cycle of contamination that is challenging to mitigate (Shruti et al., 2021). The highest levels of the polymer PP were found in the tidal flat sediments of Hangzhou Bay, where PP is the most important component of the outer packaging of beverages (Cai et al., 2023). This has led to the detection of MPs and NPs in large quantities of seafood and aquatic products and, for long periods of time, as invaders in the food chain (Osman et al., 2023).

Moreover, plastics in food and beverages contribute to the long-term persistence and bioaccumulation of MPs and NPs in the food web. Drinking bottles, plastic water cups, are the most significant type of marine plastic debris, and prolonged immersion and photodegradation lead to the dissolution of large quantities of MPs and NPs into seawater. In addition, they enter the food chain of aquatic organisms and bioaccumulate in their tissues, gradually rising to trophic levels as they are consumed by zooplankton, small fish, large fish and other organisms (Osman et al., 2023). For example, in aquatic invertebrates, MPs reduce feeding behavior and fecundity, slow larval growth and development, increase oxygen consumption, and stimulate the production of reactive oxygen species (Zolotova et al., 2022). MPs may cause structural damage to the gut, liver, gills, and brain in fish. In addition, MPs and NPs have the potential to directly affect human health, as they can enter the human food chain through the consumption of contaminated microplastics or other aquatic organisms. They accumulate in plankton, which constitute the lowest level of the food chain, and eventually migrate to higher predators (Lee et al., 2023). Furthermore, plastic is widely used in most beverage bottles, bottle caps, and plastic cups in our daily lives. Sooner or later, the entire food chain is contaminated with plastic (Wang et al., 2020). Microplastic contamination of beverages poses a multifaceted hazard, particularly in terms of interactions with POPs (Camacho Jimenez et al., 2023). When these plastics leach into beverages, they become vectors for the transportation and concentration of POPs, amplifying their detrimental effects on human health and the environment (Allan et al., 2021). Furthermore, the persistence and mobility of microplastics in the environment exacerbates the long-term consequences of POP contamination (Ormsby et al., 2024). Once released into the environment, these plastics can act as reservoirs for POPs, facilitating their transport over long distances and persisting in ecosystems for decades. This continuous cycle of contamination perpetuates the bioaccumulation of POPs in organisms and amplifies their impact on both terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.

Based on the above strategies, several challenges remain. First, most plastic products pose a serious threat to the environment and deplete natural resources, limiting their use. Currently, there is a lack of stringent testing standards and regulatory systems for MP and NP contents in beverages (Kudzin et al., 2023). While some regions, such as the EU, are advancing precautionary policies with initiatives like the European Green Deal, formal limits for MPs and NPs in beverages are still under development. In the US, federal regulations are lacking, though state-level efforts and EPA research are paving the way for future standards. Countries like China and Australia are focusing on reducing plastic waste and researching MPs and NPs contamination, but comprehensive regulations for beverages are still emerging. To better understand the regulatory landscape, Table 4 provides a summary of key regulations, guidelines, and ongoing research initiatives concerning MPs and NPs in beverages across different regions. MPS and NPs contamination in beverages varies across regions due to differences in industrial practices, regulatory frameworks, and waste management policies. In Europe, particularly in bottled water, higher concentrations of MPs have been detected compared to North America, likely due to differences in water sourcing and processing techniques. The European Union has taken a precautionary approach, with ongoing research led by the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) to establish regulatory standards. The levels of contamination in different types of beverages in different regions are summarized in Table 5, showing the levels of contamination in each region, thus reinforcing the need for global and region-specific regulatory frameworks to address MPs and NPs in beverages. Research on plastic debris in beverages should be multifaceted to include biological and chemical loading, as well as the role of microbial hitchhikers in mitigating the problem through biodegradation or exacerbating it through increased biofilm binding (Keswani et al., 2016). Attempts are also being made to establish a more accurate risk assessment of plastic debris, which could also help by considering the impact of potentially harmful plastic-associated microbial and chemical copolymers. One study, which collected statistics on whether consumers would choose sustainable food packaging, reported that they had limited knowledge of the practical implementation of recyclability, biodegradability, reusability and other environmental impacts (Otto et al., 2021). The sustainable purchasing behavior of consumers can potentially be supported by clearly printed product and packaging information on food and beverage packaging, as well as by awareness training to encourage sustainable behavior. The World Health Organization noted the inconsistency of data currently available in the literature and the lack of standardization of testing methods and data reporting and recommended continued protection of source waters against the possible presence of particulate plastics and other contaminants of concern in drinking water (World Health Organization, 2019). In 2000 (European Commission, 2000), the European Commission issued a Green Paper on PVC wastes, which addresses the management of PVC wastes and assesses various environmental and health aspects and the possibilities for reducing their environmental impact. The World Health Assembly in 2023 called on Member States to support the WHO in expanding its work on plastics and health and to contribute to the work of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee to develop an internationally binding document on plastic pollution (World Health Organization, 2023). In May 2024, the European Union issued Commission Authorization Resolution (EU) 2024/1441, which establishes a methodology for measuring microplastics in water intended for human consumption. The regulation requires that particles and fibers in drinking water be collected using a filter cascade, followed by optical microscopy or chemically mapped imaging to determine particle size and shape. Vibrational microspectroscopy is then used to identify the composition of these particles. This comprehensive approach ensures accurate detection and classification of microplastics, reflecting the EU's commitment to addressing their impact on drinking water. The regulation marks a significant breakthrough in the international detection of MPs and NPs. To better understand microplastic exposure, there is a need for quality assurance methodologies, harmonized reporting standards, and improved identification of microplastic concentration, shape, size, and composition throughout the human drinking water supply chain (European Commission, 2024). Therefore, more systematic quantification of the occurrence of NP and MP particles is strongly recommended, and national and international standards need to be established to limit the number of MPs and NPs in beverages (World Health Organization, 2019). In the future, countries around the world should specify standards for the detection and production of MPs and NPs in the beverage industry based on the World Health Organization's industry standards, which will greatly control the sources and emissions of microplastics.

The development of relevant food contaminant technologies and legislation is also critical (Vivekanand et al., 2021). It will take generations and is an enormous challenge to implement worldwide. Using biodegradable plastics, such as natural cellulose and its derivatives, polylactic acid (Kudzin et al., 2023) and nanofiber materials (Jiang et al., 2024) have been developed. However, they are also broken down into tiny plastic fragments that end up in the ocean if not treated thoroughly. The use of plastics in the beverage and food markets continues to develop on a large scale, so microplastic pollution remains a long-term problem (Zhang et al., 2022). Furthermore, long-term studies of seawater and extensive research are needed to determine the exact impact of plastics in beverages on the environment and the health of living organisms (Shen et al., 2020). Only then will we be able to obtain accurate impact data and make changes and actions accordingly. The use of recyclable metals or recyclable pulp as an alternative to beverage packaging can also reduce the production and distribution of plastic products but still has some disadvantages, such as a short shelf life, difficulty storing, perishability, and high cost (Vivekanand et al., 2021). If new materials can be developed or improved based on plastic as a substitute for plastic and to solve the problems of production costs, it will be the best way to address MP and NP pollution. Encouraging collaboration among industry stakeholders, scientific institutions, and policymakers fosters a collective approach to addressing the complex issue of microplastic contamination in beverages. Sharing knowledge, best practices, and resources can accelerate progress toward sustainable solutions. Moreover, methods for testing microplastics in government and other functional organizations need to be ordered and prescribed (Sorensen et al., 2022). In addition, society should be educated about some of the long-term effects of plastic products, which continue to produce MPs and NPs on the impact of new products on the environment, ecology, and human health.