Direct thermal shipping labels, vital for logistics, use heat-sensitive coatings for printing without ink. However, traditional labels often contain toxic Bisphenol A (BPA), Bisphenol S (BPS), and phenols, which act as color developers but pose health risks like hormonal disruption, reduced fertility, and links to cancer through skin absorption, especially for cashiers, pregnant women, and […]
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Receipt Paper Chemicals: BPA, BPS, and Safer Alternatives
Receipt paper is an everyday item most of us encounter without a second thought—crumpled in wallets, tossed in recycling bins, or handed over by cashiers. Yet, beneath its unassuming surface lies a complex web of chemicals that has sparked scientific scrutiny, regulatory debates, and growing public health concerns. At the heart of this issue are […]