11/11/2025
⚠️ Just 10 seconds with a receipt could expose you to dangerous levels of BPS.
A new study shows that holding thermal paper receipts for only 10 seconds can transfer enough Bisphenol S (BPS) through the skin to violate safety thresholds. BPS is linked to:
Cancer
Hormone disruption
Reproductive issues
Obesity, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease
The Center for Environmental Health has sent violation notices to 50+ major retailers, including Burger King, Chanel, Dollar General, AMC Theaters, GameStop, Subway, Foot Locker, and Ace Hardware.
Once seen as a “safe” alternative to BPA, BPS is just as toxic, used as a color developer in receipts because it’s cheap putting profit over our health.
Your skin can absorb chemicals faster than you think. Handle receipts carefully, and consider digital options whenever possible.
📚 References: PMID: 22214814, 32159379, 3697681