Determination of bisphenol A in infant formulas

Bisphenol A (BPA) is an endocrine disruptor and may present a serious toxicological and public health risk even at low doses. This problem has received widespread attention from the scientific community and food safety organizations. BPA is mainly used in the production of polycarbonate and epoxy resins, and can be transferred from plastic materials to food. The aim of the present study was determine the amount of BPA in samples of infant formula powder. The concentrations ranged from 0.2 to 10.2 mu g/kg of sample, which is below the specific migration limit of BPA established by the European Union and Brazil. However, adverse effects on human health due to exposure to BPA are still possible at low doses. The scenario is complex, involves other forms of exposure and it still raises concern of authorities and entities involved in risk prevention and food safety.