What is Bisphenol S (BPS), and how does it relate to Bisphenol A (BPA)?

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Topic
BPS is a phenolic ring compound and an analog of BPA, widely used in polycarbonate plastics and epoxy resins.
Answer
BPS is structurally similar to BPA and has been increasingly used as a BPA replacement. However, like BPA, BPS is an endocrine-disrupting chemical (EDC) that can induce oxidative stress and affect reproductive health.
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