Senate Backs Greens On Dangerous Bisphenol-A In Plastics
May 15th 2010 03:26
"The Senate recognised growing concerns over Bisphenol-A (BPA), a chemical commonly used in plastics including food packaging, containers and baby bottles," Australian Greens Health spokesperson Rachel Siewert said today.
"This motion acknowledged research that links BPA to a range of health problems, including reproductive problems, endometriosis, heart disease and diabetes among other conditions," Senator Siewert said.
"Unfortunately Food Standards Australia New Zealand continues to permit the use of BPA in babies' products.
"Denmark, Canada and some states of the USA have banned BPA in children's products and a number of manufacturers have voluntarily stopped using BPA in babies' products, demonstrating that alternatives are available.
"It's clear this chemical does not need to be near our children and our families. Alternative products have been used by manufactures, so there's no excuse for this unnecessary practice continuing.
"There is evidence suggesting BPA can he harmful in even the smallest doses and should be replaced by less harmful substances, especially in baby and children's food and liquid packages.
"The Government supported this motion, the Greens now ask the Rudd Government to commence the reassessment process immediately," Senator Siewert concluded.
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