Are Boxed Wine Boxes Made From BPA-Free Plastic?
Everything fits on a shelf and has a built-in spout for easy pouring and resealing. The BIB technology prevents oxidation, keeping the wine fresh for up to six weeks after the seal is broken. Bag-in-Boxes, invented by Scholle packaging half a century ago, are lighter, stack better, and won't shatter if dropped. As a result, they are cheaper to ship and have a lower carbon footprint. Several American and European wineries are working to change the perception of wine boxes by releasing award-winning vintages by the box. Eco-conscious yet discriminating wine drinkers are driving the growing demand for boxed wines in the US, which now account for 10% of supermarket wine sales. But boxed wine may be bad for the environment: BPA, a synthetic chemical used for decades to strengthen plastic food containers and other items, has recently been linked to a range of human health problems. The bags are made of #7 plastic, a generic term for a variety of plastics (including polycarbonate). Many...