Bisphenol A (BPA) is a chemical used to make polycarbonate plastic. Polycarbonate plastic is used to make hard plastic items, such as baby bottles, re-useable water bottles, food containers, pitchers, tableware and other storage containers.
What products use 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.
Where is BPA still used?
BPA Basics
It's everywhere. It's in medical devices, compact discs, dental sealants, water bottles, the lining of canned foods and drinks, and many other products. More than 90% of us have BPA in our bodies right now.
