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Polycarbonate
A type of plastic commonly used in manufacturing containers, bottles, and various consumer goods. Not intended for direct human consumption and not recognized as a food ingredient by the FDA.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Dec 2, 2025
Health score-4.0
-5Very bad5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Potential release of bisphenol A (BPA) when heated or degraded, endocrine disruption, possible toxicity with chronic exposure
Benefits
None
Waters containing Polycarbonate
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