According to Tupperware's website, they answer the question that has been lurking since BPA became more widely researched on this harmful plastic. Check this out, this is right from their website, they argue that further testing still needs to be done for futher consideration on their products, although they admit that BPA is no longer used in their children's products in the USA and Canada (WTF about the other kids in other countries):
Q: Does Tupperware use polycarbonate in any of its products?
A: Yes, Tupperware's Research and Development group has found that polycarbonate creates the highest quality and most durable products for our consumers. Consumers have consistently asked for durable, microwave-safe products, and we believe that polycarbonate is a good choice for meeting this need.
Polycarbonate is used in a small percentage of our products, primarily those intended for high heat resistance, as well as some serving lines (see listing of Tupperware products which contain polycarbonate.)
Currently in the United States and Canada we do NOT use polycarbonate in any children's products.
Q: What is Bisphenol-A?
A: Bisphenol A (BPA) is a key industrial chemical used to make polycarbonate, a raw material found in hundreds of plastic household goods and other products. Recent media reports have raised questions about its safety, though bisphenol-A has been deemed safe for consumer use by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and other regulatory agencies around the world.
I'll admit it-I threw out my Tupperware about a year ago. All I use now is Pyrex and Corningware to store foods in. And I only use plastic for dry goods when necessary, otehrwise everything gets stored in glass.
Food for thought-What a pain in the a**!
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