Bisphenol-A in Polycarbonates
Polycarbonate plastic is the main use for bisphenol A (BPA), accounting for nearly 70% of total BPA production. Polycarbonate plastic is often selected because of its unique combination of properties, such as clarity, durability, safety, versatility and its heat and shatter-resistance, which are critical for many applications, such as spectacle lenses and baby bottles.
Some of the common applications of polycarbonate plastic include:
- CDs, DVDs, Blu-Ray and other discs
- Roof lights
- Covers for solar panels
- Security glazing, e.g. transparent cabins for ski lifts
- Roof modules in cars
- Safety goggles and protective visors
- Helmets
- Sunglasses
- Reusable water bottles
- Shatter-proof baby bottles
- Roofs of sport stadiums
- Safety hats
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- Medical equipment (blood oxygenators, respirators, dialysers, single-use operating instruments)
- Housings for electronic equipment (cell phones, cameras, hairdryers, computers, TVs, coffee makers)
- Electrical kettles
- Plug connectors
- Electrical equipment, such as plug connections or switches
- Headlamps and bumpers in cars
- Conservatory or green house glazing
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For more information on applications, please download our fact sheet on applications.
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