Migration of Phthalates and Bisphenol A from Polyethylene Terephthalate Bottles into Beer During Storage at Controlled Temperatures

PET (polyethylene terephthalate) bottles contain different chemicals that can act as en- docrine disruptors. Phthalates and bisphenol A can be found in various foods and bever- ages packaged in PET packaging or aluminum cans. For some phthalates, the European Union has established specified tolerable daily intakes for humans. This study aimed to establish the changes, types of phthalates (dimethyl phthalate, diethyl phthalate, diisobutyl phthalate, dibutyl phthalate, bis(2-ethylhexyl)...