Briefing

Human exposure to Bisphenol A in Europe

Briefing Published 14 Sep 2023 Last modified 14 Jun 2024

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Bisphenol A (BPA) is a synthetic chemical that has been used in high volumes for decades and is known to harm human health. People are exposed to BPA mainly through diet due to BPA being present in a range of materials commonly used in packaging for food and beverages. This briefing presents the latest information on human exposure to BPA in Europe. It also highlights potential health risks resulting from people being exposed to unsafe levels of BPA.

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The country assessments are the sole responsibility of the EEA member and cooperating countries supported by the EEA through guidance, translation and editing.

For references, please go to https://www.eea.europa.eu/publications/peoples-exposure-to-bisphenol-a/human-exposure-to-bisphenol-a or scan the QR code.

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