Californias BPA Warning-Label Regulation Goes Into Effect And Applies To Vending Machines

SACRAMENTO, CA -- Operators in California are now required to post bisphenol A (BPA) warning labels on vending machines that carry products which might contain the controversial chemical. BPA has been used to make certain plastics and resins since the 1960s, including those used in food and drink containers, such as water bottles.

In 2015, the California Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment added BPA to the list of chemicals known as a "female reproductive toxicant" for purposes of the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65). California's warning requirement went into effect on May 11, and applies to every point of sale that carries such products. The regulation demands that the BPA warning labels be 5" x 5" and state:

"WARNING: Many food and beverage cans have linings containing bisphenol A (BPA), a chemical known to the State of California to cause harm to the female reproductive system. Jar lids and bottle caps may also contain BPA. You can be exposed to BPA when you consume foods or beverages packaged in these containers."