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A USA Today Greenhouse report states that a dozen states are moving forward in considering restrictions this year on bisphenol A, an estrogen-like chemical implemented to solidify plastics in products such as bottles and cups, and widely used in baby bottles. The chemical is also present in the linings of metal cans, including infant formula, in order to hold up to high sterilization temperatures.
According to WebMD, millions of tons of BPA are made annually. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates that more than 90% of Americans have measurable levels of BPA in their bodies. Children have higher concentration levels of the chemical than adolescents or adults.
Last month, the FDA which in years past had deemed BPA safe, expressed “some concerns” due to new studies regarding the chemical’s potential side effects on the brain development of fetuses, infants and children.
The Greenhouse report states that Connecticut and Minnesota passed the first state mandate on BPA in food and drink containers intended for those 3 and younger. Bills are now pending in Oregon, Maryland, Missouri, New Jersey, New Mexico, New York, Pennsylvania, Vermont and Washington, D.C.
Here are a few things to know about BPA, as summarized from an advisory by the Department of Health and Human Services:
• Plastic containers have triangular recycling codes on the bottom. Some numbered 3 and 7 may contain BPA. Those numbered 1, 2, 4, 5 and 6 very likely do not.
• Do not put warm or hot liquids into BPA containers.
• Do not use them if scratched.
• Most baby bottles are BPA-free because of voluntary changes by major manufacturers. Pacifiers and toys use materials without BPA.
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