The initiative of ECHA to launch a public consultation on the proposal submitted by France to amend the current harmonized classification and labeling of Bisphenol-A (BPA) from reproductive toxicity category 2 (hazard statement code H361f) to reproductive toxicity Category 1B (hazard statement code H360F) has created a debate in the industry.
Although this consultation initiated by ECHA is primarily for Bisphenol-A classification and not epoxy or polycarbonate polymers, the outcome of this debate is critical in determining the fate of the food packaging industry in general and the quality of food packaging in particular in the coming years. Out of all stake holders, the maximum impact is going to be felt by the consumer at the end of the day.