They may also be used in other consumer goods.
Polycarbonate plastic bottles safety.
Bpa may also create genetic damage and may effect development.
Fda for use in water bottles as well as other food contact applications.
The bayer polycarbonate makrolon wb1239 used in water bottle applications is approved by the u s.
The fact is that international independent and objective scientific research has repeatedly shown bpa when used as a monomer for plastics in food contact applications to be safe.
Bottles labeled with recycling numbers 1 through 6 will not contain significant amounts of bisphenol a.
The problem is that bpa migrates from the plastic into neighboring substances such as food water and saliva.
Polycarbonate plastic often included in plastic seven leaches bisphenol a bpa into food a known endocrine disruptor.
Mixed plastics are typically used to construct lids medical storage containers five gallon water bottles and sports water bottles among other items.
Epoxy resins are used to coat the inside of metal products such as food cans bottle tops and water supply lines.
Heat contact with acidic think vinegar or soda and alkaline think baking soda.
You can find out if a plastic container is made of polycarbonate by looking at its recycling number.
Some dental sealants and composites also may contain bpa.