BPA
1 Americanabbreviation
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Etymology
Origin of BPA
First recorded in 1960–65
Example Sentences
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However, many of the chemicals introduced to replace BPA are not subject to the same level of oversight and are not routinely tested for safety, the researchers noted.
From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026
Made without PTFE, lead or BPA, this pan is only available in taupe—though other brands of ceramic cookware come in many colors.
From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 24, 2025
Several have been linked to autism, including air pollution, certainpesticides, a plastic additive known as BPA and diesel exhaust, which causes “autism-like behavioral changes” in mice.
From Salon • Aug. 21, 2025
In June, the BPA and IPC published their own code of practice which is what will be overseen by the new panel.
From BBC • Jan. 12, 2025
Car park operators need to be members of either the BPA or IPC in order to obtain drivers' details from the DVLA, and therefore issue PCNs by post.
From BBC • Nov. 30, 2024
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