# Enzyme-embedded plastics break down readily in seawater

Scientists report that plastics with embedded enzymes degrade readily in seawater, according to a Nature study. The approach could help reduce persistent ocean plastic pollution if it can be scaled and manufactured practically.

**Importance:** 4/5

## Sources

### Science
- [Nature](https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-026-03282-x) — 2026-10-21