Bisphenol A is a chemical produced in large quantities for use primarily in the production of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins.
Sources of Exposure: Polycarbonate plastics (e.g. for storing food and beverages, water and infant bottles, compact discs, impact-resistant safety equipment, and medical devices), epoxy resins (e.g. dental sealants, water supply pipes, coating on food cans and bottle tops), indoor dust, cash register receipts, household waste paper (receipts, recycled paper, non-carbon copy paper and conventional printer paper, non-carbon copy paper, and conventional printer paper)
Health Impacts: BPA is an endocrine disruptor, meaning it messes up the hormone system. Hormones control every aspect of body function, including reproduction, metabolism and weight gain, immune system function, and cardiovascular function. It has been shown to cause long term behavioral problems, obesity, and allergies in children when exposed during fetal development and as babies. It is linked to infertility, reduced IVF success, diabetes, obesity, heart disease, and cancer.
