FDA says bisphenol OK for young, old. Chemical used in baby bottles.washingtontimes. August 16, 2008.Despite ongoing safety concerns from parents, consumer groups and politicians, a chemical used in baby bottles, canned food and other items is not dangerous, federal regulators said Friday. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) scientists said the trace amounts of bisphenol A that leach out of food containers are not a threat to infants or adults. [ See ] Limited information on this decision at FDA website.http://www.fda.gov/oc/vonEschenbach/andys_take/default.html. Notice of Meeting (Federal Register, Aug. 15, 2008) http://www.fda.gov/OHRMS/DOCKETS/98fr/E8-18864.htm