Plastic Cutting Boards
Moderate burden — Plastic Cutting Boards adds a moderate, reducible exposure.
Cutting on soft plastic boards.
The breakdown
Each driver rated 0 (none) to 10 (worst)
Evidence strength: moderate · Detox Score = 100 − hazard×4.6 − exposure×3.4 − persistence×2.6, clamped 1–100.
What this means for you
A Detox Score of 50 places plastic cutting boards in the Moderate band. The persistence rating is the standout concern here — these compounds linger in the body and environment for years. Knife scoring sheds microplastic particles directly into your food. Wood is naturally antimicrobial and doesn't shed.
Frequently asked questions
Is plastic cutting boards a toxic exposure?
Plastic Cutting Boards has a Detox Score of 50 out of 100 (Moderate burden), which means it adds a moderate, reducible exposure. Knife scoring sheds microplastic particles directly into your food. Wood is naturally antimicrobial and doesn't shed.
What is a safer alternative to plastic cutting boards?
A lower-exposure swap for plastic cutting boards is: Wood or bamboo boards. Knife scoring sheds microplastic particles directly into your food. Wood is naturally antimicrobial and doesn't shed.
Lower-exposure choices
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The science behind this entry
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