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BPA Is Leaching Into Your Tea From Cups and Kettles
NonToxCo Research
Science & Safety Team · 4/8/2026
BPA is leaching from cups and kettles into your tea every time you brew.
A Nationwide Investigation
A 2026 study investigated BPA exposure from tea brewing dynamics at a population level. Plastic components in kettles, cups, and brewing equipment release BPA into hot liquid. The hotter the water, the more BPA leaches.
What You Can Do
Use glass or ceramic teaware. Avoid plastic kettles. Browse non-toxic kitchen alternatives.
Source: Authors (2026).