New EU regulation: Ban on bisphenol A (BPA)

Everything at a glance: Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 has been in force since January 20, 2025: We have summarized all the background, deadlines and limit values you need to know now with regard to BPA.

Bisphenol A (BPA) is often used in the Internal coating of tin cans used. It is used for this purpose, a protective layer which protects the metal from corrosion and at the same time prevents the contents of the can from reacting with the metal. This coating helps to extend the shelf life of the food and preserve its taste. With the regulation that came into force on January 20, 2025 Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 on the prohibition of bisphenol A (BPA) and other bisphenols and bisphenol derivatives companies like us at Paul M. Müller are facing major challenges, as this new regulation requires considerable adjustments throughout the entire supply chain. You can find out exactly what these are and which deadlines you should now observe in our information sheet on GERMAN and ENGLISH. 

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