New Research Fuels Demand for BPA-Free Food Cans | Environmental Working Group

New Research Fuels Demand for BPA-Free Food Cans | Environmental Working Group

New research reports on the toxicity of bisphenol A (BPA) bear directly on your agency's reassessment of this synthetic estrogen and plastic component.

You know of the ongoing scientific arguments that have delayed actions by your agency to reduce Americans' exposures to this toxic chemical in food packaging, especially in the epoxy resin linings of cans of infant formula and other canned foods. Although literally hundreds of studies demonstrate the toxicity of BPA, including some documenting damage to the reproductive system at everyday levels of exposure, industry scientists seeking to defend clients' interests have persisted in raising questions about the research methods of independent scientists and their relevance to public health.