Importance of Topic to Practice
BPA (bisphenol-A/2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)-propane) is a compound commonly used to make polycarbonate plastic food storage containers, water bottles, and food contact epoxy resins to protect metal linings of cans from degradation due to contact with food (1). Epoxy resins are extensively used as protective coatings on metal equipment, food cans, piping, and dental sealants. Exposure of the general population to BPA occurs mostly via food and beverages that