When referring to any of the results of our analysis and/or its concept and design, please cite us accordingly:
Global Plastics Policy Centre (2024) March A., Salam, S., Evans, T., Hilton, J., Fletcher, S. (editors). Global Plastics Policy Review. Revolution Plastics Institute, University of Portsmouth.
Canada Microbeads in Toiletries Regulations (SOR/2017-111)
View the policy documentKey Findings
View the policy documentThis policy regulates the manufacture, import and trade of any toiletries used to exfoliate or cleanse that contain plastic microbeads, including non-prescription drugs and natural health products. There was insufficient evidence available to evaluate this policy, however some sources suggest that enforcement is effective (Porter, 2019; Ganesh, 2019).
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Through an analytical framework, we've reviewed over 100 plastic policies. These reviews determine the effectiveness of policies in reducing plastic pollution and we offer recommendations in light of this evidence, to enhance future policy making. You can find out more about our methods on our methods page.
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