"BPA-free" is a term used to designate products made without the use of the chemical Bisphenol-A, an endocrine disruptor that has been linked to human health problems in a number of studies, with cancers, infertility, diabetes, and obesity as particular areas of concern.
The substance has been banned in Canada and extensively debated in the U.S., both by the scientific community, which is largely in favor of its phaseout, and between consumer advocates and industry lobbyists. In the meantime, many companies have begun labeling products as "BPA-free" to indicate that the company believes the product does not contain any Bisphenol-A, and some stores, including Toys "R" Us and Wal-Mart, have pledged to stop selling children's feeding products containing BPA in their stores.
A number of online shops now sell what they believe to be exclusively BPA-free items, although no U.S. laws require companies to disclose this information or provide proof of claims made. Interested consumers can find resources online that include an independent consumer database that tracks the presence of Bisphenol-A in children's products, as well as blogs written by mothers who review safe baby products.
by zrecs
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