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That from Bisphenol A (BPA) It is a continuous battle that takes place at regular intervals European Commission. It is a chemical substance that, as the EFSA (European Union Agency for Food Safety) explains, “is used mainly in conjunction with other substances to make some plastics and resins.” BPA is used, for example, in polycarbonate to make water dispensers , Storage containers and reusable drink bottles“. The substance is also used in the production of resins for films and coatings on cans and containers for drinks and food. What is the problem? The BPA used in food containers can leach in small quantities into the food and drinks contained therein. For this reason, EFSA scientists regularly check the safety threshold above which long-term consumption of products that may contain bisphenol A residues is permitted Health risk factor.
What we have known for some time is that BPA is an endocrine disruptor. The EFSA explains: “The experts reached this conclusion after a careful assessment of the scientific evidence and in the light of input from a public consultation possible harmful effects on the immune system“. So why is the issue of bisphenol A a constant battle? Let’s find out.