What are BPAs?
You may or may not have heard of the acronym before, but BPAs are a big concern in the world of plastic water bottles. BPA stands for bisphenol-a, and it is a large factor in the creation of polycarbonate, which is the clear, tough plastic used to make commercial water bottles. Research on the consumption of products that contain BPA has indicated that the chemical can lead to all sorts of issues, such as an increase in cancer, fertility issues, diabetes, and even lower testosterone levels in men. Research on the chemical has proven to be difficult. It is considered a toxic by Canadian authorities, while at the same time the safety of it is hotly debated in other countries. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration, however, assures that BPA is safe for human consumption.
BPAs and promotional water bottles
BPAs, unlike other types of well-known toxins and chemicals like lead or mercury, lead to very specific types of poisoning symptoms. It is what is known as an endocrine disruptor, which changes the way natural hormones within our bodies work by acting like others. In the case of BPAs, the hormone in question is estrogen.
Why should this inform my purchase?
Consumers are educated and aware of the potential health effects of using items containing BPA, especially when it comes to promotional items like custom water bottles that are tailor-made for various businesses. Many assume that such items are of low quality, and either ignore the item or throw it in the trash altogether. This can obviously have a potential impact on your personal brand or even the perception of your business. Smart companies are conscious of all their promotional products, even custom water bottles.
Knowing all of the above, should you worry and abandon all plastic products for good? Not at all. There still isn’t a 100% consensus on BPAs yet. However, If the subject does concern you, Waterbottles.com offers a huge selection of BPA-free products. Please call today, and our staff can assist you in choosing the best items for your promotional campaign!