An overview of the migration status of bisphenol A from different food containers and packages

Abstract

Purpose

Bisphenol A (BPA) is a compound commonly used in the production of plastic bottles and containers, where it is used as a plasticizer and can migrate into food. Its intake may impair the functioning of endocrine glands and have a negative impact on the health of human, especially infants. Because it is also found in baby bottles. Generally BPA can enter the body through daily, cumulative and long-term consumption of various foods. The purpose of this study is to investigate the level of BPA and its migration through some food containers and bottles. It also explains the potential risks associated with its consumption.

Design/methodology/approach

In this study, some of the research conducted in this field has been used by searching in various Web databases, including ScienceDirect, Scopus and PubMed. Therefore, this study provides an overview of the migration of BPA from different packages and compares the obtained values with standard ranges.

Findings

Most studies showed samples below the reference value. However, the use of containers made with BPA should be controlled and government policies should be implemented to eliminate or reduce the use of these containers.

Originality/value

This paper collects evidence of migration of BPA to some foods through bottles and food containers.

Citation

Madani, A. and Rashedinia, M. (2024), "An overview of the migration status of bisphenol A from different food containers and packages", Nutrition & Food Science, Vol. 54 No. 5, pp. 984-996. https://doi.org/10.1108/NFS-03-2024-0105