Canada moves on BPA, Labels it a “Dangerous Substance”-
Submitted by Non-Toxic Kids
Great news from north of the border. Two readers alerted me to the fact that Health Canada has labeled BPA (bisphenol A) as a dangerous substance, essentially paving the way for potential bans, action, or regulation of the hormone mimicking chemical. This forward thinking move could have international implications.
Turns out as a result many major Canadian retailers are pulling BPA containing bottles off the shelves to protect consumers. Check out a news video clip about this, here. And you can read more about it here.
Yet another area that the U.S. lags behind in. And I shudder to think where all those bottles will end up. Landfills, likely. But at least the many good folks in Canada (especially the wee ones) will not be exposed to this chemical anymore.
Thanks to John for these links and to chemicalsouplynne for the heads up!
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