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Migration of Bisphenol A and Its Derivatives From Epoxy Coatings and Demand for BPA‐NI Products: Scientific Insights and Perspectives Leading to Regulation (EU) 2024/3190
Summary
This review examines the migration of bisphenol A (BPA) and related endocrine-disrupting chemicals from epoxy coatings into food and beverages, analyzing the scientific evidence that prompted EU Regulation 2024/3190, which mandates BPA-Non-Intent materials to reduce consumer exposure from food and beverage cans.
Bisphenol A (BPA) is a widely used industrial chemical used in the production of polycarbonate and epoxy resins; however, it is also recognized as an endocrine-disrupting chemical. This review examines scientific evidence on the migration of bisphenol A and its derivatives from epoxy can coatings into food products, highlighting the factors that have prompted recent regulatory shifts. The newly enacted Commission Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 addresses health concerns by promoting the use of BPA-Non-Intent (BPA-NI) materials, which are formulated to avoid intentional BPA use and minimize contamination. This regulation is expected to significantly reduce the leaching of bisphenol A and its derivatives from epoxy resins into food and beverage cans, thereby enhancing consumer safety. This review also discusses key challenges and future directions for developing and evaluating BPA-NI products and underscores the importance of continued research and innovation in this field.