Metal Water Bottles!
Well there I was happy as a clam with my Nalgene bottle slurping down some Bisphenol-A with my tea. That’s awesome! And here I thought my dear aunt was being over-eccentric a couple years back when she refused to eat off of a plastic spork. Looks like it’s off to metal water bottles for me! Goodbye turquoise Nalgene bottle with a black leak-proof screw top; I’ll miss you!! :(
“ Recent studies have shown that polycarbonate plastics, including the kind used in popular Nalgene water bottles, may leach one of their constituent chemicals into water. The chemical in question, bisphenol-A, has been shown to cause chromosomal disorders and endocrine disruption and to have adverse effects on prostate development and tumors, breast tissue development, and sperm count — in rodents. Nalgene says that no health problems have been demonstrated in human beings. Still, John P. Meyers, environmental health expert and coauthor of a book on endocrine disruptors, says, “I personally recommend avoiding polycarbonate plastics — don’t let them come into contact with your food or water. I think the science is strong enough to justify precautionary measures today.”
Press Release:
Nalgene to Phase Out Production of
Consumer Bottles Containing BPA
Nalgene to focus on existing non-BPA bottles and
recently announced Everyday line; Ensures consumers get
the bottle that fits their lifestyle
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (April 18, 2008) – In response to
consumer demand, Nalgene® will phase out production
of its Outdoor line of polycarbonate containers that
include the chemical Bisphenol-A (BPA) over the next
several months, it announced today. Nalgene’s existing
product mix, including the recently launched Everyday
line, already features a number of containers made from
materials that do not contain BPA.
“We have always been focused on responding to the
needs and concerns of our customers,” said Steven
Silverman, general manager of the Nalgene business.
“With 10 different product lines in several different
materials, we have the largest bottle offering on the
market today. By eliminating containers containing BPA
from our consumer product mix, our customers can have
confidence that their needs are being met.”
The company recently unveiled its Everyday line, an
assortment of bottles manufactured with Eastman’s
Tritan™ copolyester. The line includes favorites such as
the OTG (“On the Go”), the iconic 32-ounce Wide Mouth
and the Grip-N-Gulp sippy cup. Tritan is impact resistant,
withstands a wide range of temperatures and does not
contain BPA. The new Everyday products are already
available in stores and will be available through www.
nalgene-outdoor.com next month.
To help consumers easily determine the bottle and
material that is right for them, Nalgene also recently
launched Nalgene Choice™, an online information
resource at www.nalgenechoice.com. Nalgene Choice
provides consumers with information to help them
understand the features and benefits of Nalgene’s wide
assortment of products and materials. The result –
individuals can choose the product that is right for them.
“Today, everyone from hikers and outdoor enthusiasts
to commuters and kids on the go are using Nalgene
products to reduce the use of disposable bottles and
containers,” said Silverman. “Based on all available
scientific evidence, we continue to believe that Nalgene
products containing BPA are safe for their intended
use. However, our customers indicated they preferred
BPA-free alternatives and we acted in response to those
concerns.”About NALGENE Outdoor
Nalgene Outdoor Products is based in Rochester, New York. Founded in
1949 as a manufacturer of the first plastic pipette holder, the company
soon expanded its product line to include state-of-the-art polyethylene
labware under the NALGENE brand. By the 1970s, outdoor enthusiasts
had discovered the taste and odor-resistant, leakproof and rugged
properties of NALGENE’s large selection of plastic containers. In response
to this emerging demand, the NALGENE Consumer Products Division was
formed. For more information, contact NALGENE Consumer Products or
visit our website at www.nalgene-outdoor.com. Nalgene: A Great Choice,
made in the USA, Since 1949.
What does the #7 represent?Most plastic containers are marked (usually on the bottom) with a number
within a triangle with arrows – commonly known as a recycling symbol.
These numbers, known as the resin identification coding system, were
created in 1988 to facilitate recycling programs across the country. These
recycling numbers can range from #1 to #7, depending on the type of
plastic. The #7 recycling label is a catchall indicator for plastics made with
a resin other than those in the #1 to #6 designations, or made of more
than one resin. The #7 category not only includes polycarbonate, but also
includes compostable plastics made of organic material and other types of
plastic that do not necessarily contain BPA (Bisphenol-A). For example, our
new Everyday™ line manufactured with Eastman’s Tritan™ copolyester is a
#7, but does not include BPA.For more information regarding types of plastics and recycling codes,
please feel free to visit the following link: http://www.americanchemistry.
com/s_plastics/bin.asp?CID=1102&DID=4645&DOC=FILE.PDFNALGENE
drink responsibly
A healthy alternative might be on the horizon. The Nalgene Stainless water bottle collections is said to be launched sometime in June!
