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Bisphenol A (BPA)

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Updated June 30, 2008

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Definition:

A chemical found in numerous plastic consumer products. Bisphenol A (BPA) has been the subject of controversy in recent years due to a theory that high levels of BPA in the body can influence hormone levels and increase the risk of health problems, including miscarriage.

Also Known As: BPA
Common Misspellings: Bysphenol A
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