Applied Technical Services conducts BPA testing in clothing and socks to ensure that manufacturers adhere to regulations.
What is BPA, and Why is BPA Testing Important?
Bisphenol A or BPA is a chemical compound commonly used in the manufacturing process of plastics. BPA can improve the performance of polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins in several ways, including:
Polycarbonate Plastic
- Improves strength and durability
- Increases shatter-resistance
- High optical clarity
Epoxy Resins
- Increases durability and flexibility
- Prevents metal contamination in food
BPA Testing in Everyday Life
BPA is commonly used in the manufacturing process of synthetic materials, including nylon, polyester, and spandex. In September of 2021, dozens of sock manufacturers were cited by the Center of Environmental Health for not properly warning customers of the presence of BPA in their products.
Various other products contain BPA, including:
- Canned foods
- DVDs and CDs
- Eyeglass lenses
- Household electronics
- Medical equipment
- Menstrual products
- Products packaged in plastic
- Sports equipment
- Toiletries
Applied Technical Services’ Liquid Chromatography Lab
Our liquid chromatography lab uses a Shimadzu Tandem Quadrupole LC/MS/MS Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometer. The high-tech instrument provides qualitative and quantitative analysis of samples, allowing our experts to conduct complex chemical tests. Our passionate and professional employees have decades of shared experience in polymer and organic chemistry. Our A2LA and CPSC accredited chromatography lab tests for the following.
- Additives
- Bisphenol-A (BPA)
- Bisphenol-S (BPS)
- Tris Flame Retardants
- Phthalate trace level detection and confirmation
- Perfluorooctane Sulfonate (PFOS)
- Perfluorooctanoic Acid (PFOA)
About Applied Technical Services
Founded in 1967, Applied Technical Services is internationally recognized as a premier provider of consulting engineering, inspection, testing, and training services. Our services benefit various industries, including:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Chemical
- Communications
- Commercial Properties
- Construction
- Consumer Products
- Defense
- Healthcare
- Insurance / Legal
- Manufacturing
- Nuclear
- Oil and Gas
- Power Generation
- Pulp and Paper
- Renewable Energy
Call +1 (888) 287-5227 today for additional information on our consumer product testing services.
