Testing Consumer Products for Bisphenol A (BPA)
Bisphenol A, commonly abbreviated as BPA, is a key monomer in the production of polycarbonate plastic. Polycarbonate plastic is clear and nearly shatterproof, and is used to make a variety of common products including baby and water bottles, medical devices and dental composite and sealants. As a result of some health concerns over human exposure to BPA, this molecule is now monitored in specific products, including baby bottles and other children’s products.
High Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) can be used to test for the presence of bisphenol A in children’s products.
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Application Notes
BPA in Toys: HPLC Separation and Detection of Bisphenol A (BPA) in Plastics
- Bisphenol A (BPA) has become well known over the past year as concerns for its effect on human health and well being have been raised. The concerns over BPA began with baby bottles and spread to include other types of bottles. BPA is used in the production of two very common polymers PVC and Polycarbonate. PVC (polyvinyl chloride) is used in many different products including building materials, medical devices and children’s toys. |
Webcasts |
Phthalates, Bisphenol A and VOCs in Children's Products
- Presented by: Bill Goodman "Monitoring children's products for potentially harmful levels of organics such as Phthalates, Bisphenol A and Volatile Organics". |
EcoAnalytix Solutions | Bisphenol A (BPA) UHPLC Solution
- PerkinElmer offers a solution for this application based on the Flexar™ FX-10 UHPLC System, offering a complete package for rapid ramp-up, ultra-high sensitivity, repeatability, quality assurance and productivity. |