bisphenol A

American  

[bis-fee-nawl ey, -nol] / bɪsˈfi nɔl ˈeɪ, -nɒl /

noun

1. Chemistry. a white, crystalline solid, C 15 H 16 O 2 , used primarily in the manufacture of polycarbonate and epoxy resins: manufacture and use is restricted in some places because of concerns about long-term health effects in humans. BPA

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bisphenol A Scientific  

/ bĭs′fē′nôl′ā′,-nōl′ /

1. A white solid having a mild phenolic odor, used as a monomer for polycarbonate and epoxy resins, and in other plastics. Chemical formula: C ₁₅ H ₁₆ O ₂ .

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Etymology

Origin of bisphenol A

First recorded in 1920–35; bis, variant before vowels of bi- ¹ ( def. ) + phenol ( def. ); A denotes the variant of the compound

Example Sentences

For example, when bisphenol A, an ingredient in plastics, was listed in 2013, chemical concentrations in blood and urine samples subsequently fell by 15%.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2024

Despite claims to the contrary on the bottle’s packaging, CR found the presence of the carcinogen bisphenol A, also known as BPA, in the powder coating of two of three tested bottles.

From Washington Times • Feb. 14, 2023

The study did not identify specific brands or ingredients used by the participants but noted that several chemicals in straighteners may contribute to the increased risk, such as parabens, bisphenol A, metals and formaldehyde.

From Washington Post • Oct. 18, 2022

Scientists have known for decades that bisphenol A, or BPA, a plastic additive used in products like food storage containers and food can liners, is harmful to human health.

From Salon • Jan. 5, 2022

They wanted to avoid exposing him to bisphenol A, found in many baby bottles, but they had trouble finding a safer alternative.

From New York Times • Feb. 16, 2019