What products contain BPA?

What products have BPA?

  • Canned foods, because most metal cans are lined with a sealant containing BPA.
  • Sports water bottles may contain BPA if bought before July 2012.
  • Baby bottles, sippy cups and other containers designed for children 3 years old and younger may contain BPA if bought before July 2011.
  • Baby pacifiers.

What is phenol acetone?

Acetone is a co-product of phenol and this is mainly used as a solvent and in the production of methyl methacrylate and bisphenol A. It is also used in household products such as nail polish remover and paint thinner.

How many Bisphenols are there?

A number of other bisphenols have been registered under REACH. The Swedish Chemicals Agency has identified over 200 other bisphenols with a chemical structure similar to BPA that can occur on the European market (KEMI, 2017).

What are the different types of bisphenol?

List

Name CAS Reactants
Bisphenol E 2081-08-5 Ethanal
Bisphenol F 620-92-8 Formaldehyde
Bisphenol G 127-54-8 Acetone
Bisphenol M 13595-25-0

How do you know if its BPA-free?

The most reliable way to check whether an item is BPA-free is to consult the plastic identification code number — usually stamped on the bottom of the container. There are seven categories, where numbers 1 to 6 are free of BPA. This means that only those printed with the number 7 will contain the chemical.

What is cumene used for?

Cumene, also known as isopropylbenzene, 2-phenylpropane or (1-methylethyl) benzene, is widely used as a chemical intermediate in the production of phenol and acetone. Cumene is also used as a thinner for paints, lacquers, and enamels and it is a natural component of coal tar and petroleum.

What plastics contain bisphenol S?

BPA is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles. They may also be used in other consumer goods.

What is the difference between bisphenol A and bisphenol F?

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a monomer primarily used in the production of polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins. Bisphenol F (BPF) is apparently the main BPA replacement that is used increasingly. BPF has been detected in canned food, thermal paper receipts, and soft drinks.

What is bisphenol A found in?

BPA stands for bisphenol A, an industrial chemical that has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1950s. BPA is found in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins. Polycarbonate plastics are often used in containers that store food and beverages, such as water bottles.

What number is BPA free plastic?

There are different types of plastic containers that are labeled with a 1, 2, or 5 are considered BPA-Free. Plastic products stamped with a 7 indicate a possibility that BPA was used to make the product.