BisGMA, bisphenol A-glycidyl methacrylate is a common resin that carries trace amounts of BPA. Bisphenol A (BPA) carries with it various risks recognized by the National Toxicology Program.
It is possible that high doses of bisphenol A during pregnancy and/or lactation can reduce survival, birth weight, and growth of offspring early in life. BPA has also been shown to have estrogenic effects. *
According to internal analysis, Esstech’s bisGMA, Product Code X-950-0000, has one of the lowest BPA concentrations in the industry.
EASE OF FORMULATION
To simplify formulations, X-950-0000 is available in pre-mixed solutions with Triethyleneglycol Dimethacrylate (TEGDMA).
BPA-FREE ALTERNATIVES
Esstech is constantly striving to provide customers with the most up-to-date and novel materials. The f0llowing are resin “alternatives” that do not contain BPA.
X-850-0000, Urethane Dimethacrylate
- Cures to create a hard glassy surface
- Low color values
- Excellent compatibility with light cure systems
- Increased flexibility
- Enhanced fracture toughness
Esstech is constantly striving to provide customers with the most up-to-date and novel materials. Contact us if you would like to discuss a certain material or to hear what we have in development.
* NTP-CERHR Monograph on the Potential Human Reproductive and Developmental Effects of Bisphenol A. National Toxicology Program, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. NIH Publication No. 08-5994, September 2008.
