What is the safety of the epoxy lining in steel cans called bisphenol A used in canned tomatoes?

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Check out this background info by Environment California for details on health risks of Bisphenol A, which is used in many baby bottles. No idea if the tiny amount in your canned tomatoes poses a serious enough risk to be concerned. http://www.environmentcalifornia.org/environmental-health/stop-toxic-toys/bisphenol-a-overview

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