Table 1. Distribution of stakeholders speaking out publicly in the niche media of ChemicalWatch, Ends, EUobserver and EURACTIVE, stakeholders commenting on ECHA Annex XV revisions and the total amount of stakeholders active in the regulatory debate on microplastics in the EU.
| Stakeholder | Niche media | Annex XV | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| National NGOs | 5 | 26 | 28 |
| International NGOs | 13 | 8 | 17 |
| National Authorities | 17 | 5 | 21 |
| International Authorities | 22 | 0 | 22 |
| Large companies | 1 | 24 | 25 |
| SMEs | 2 | 2 | 4 |
| Industry and trade associations | 10 | 69 | 77 |
| Academia and researchers | 11 | 0 | 11 |
| Total | 81 | 134 | 205 |