Thursday, December 6, 2007

Toxic Chemicals found in Similac

"It is being reported that a dangerous chemical has been found to be present in some types of baby formula.

The Environmental Working Group, the non-profit consumer group is reporting that a chemical called "bisphenol A", or BPA, is found in the lining of some baby formula jars, including those of some big brand name manufacturers. The group recently revealed a report stating that this same chemical is present in some types of baby bottles.

Bisphenol A is a chemical compound which contains 2 phenol functional groups, belonging to the phenol class of aromatic organic compounds. It is used in the production of plastic."


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