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FDA Officially Bans Use of BPA in Baby Bottles and Cups

The New York Times reports that a recent statement issued by the Food and Drug Administration officially prohibits the use of BPA in baby bottles and children’s cups.

Bisphenol A, known commonly by its acronym BPA, is a synthetic compound that is commonly used in plastic. Although the F.D.A. declared BPA safe in 2008, concerns arose regarding potential health risks in 2010.

The F.D.A.’s recent statement was largely prompted by the American Chemistry Council, which states that this is partly ...

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