Thursday, November 10, 2011

Day 2

On day two, we learned that Bisphenol A is an organic compound with two phenol functional groups. It is sued to make polycarbonate plastic and epoxy resins, along with other applications. In September 2010 a report from the FDA raised further concerns regarding exposure of fetuses, infants and young infants. In September of 2010, Canada became the first country to declare BPA as a toxic substance. In the European Union and Canada, BPA use is banned in baby bottles.

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