Despite the California listing, the Natural Resources Defense Council does not expect that this will cause BPA to appear on warning labels.

After extreme binges of drinks that contain BVO, a few drinkers have needed medical attention for skin lesions, memory loss and nerve disorders.

Many doctors want to protect pregnant women from more immediate dangers, and say that warning their patients about environmental risks may create unnecessary anxiety.

The use of flame retardants in furniture has been linked to health issues in young children and pregnant women.