CamelBak said it began shipping its first BPA/Phthalate-free bottles today, a week ahead of schedule, and that its entire line of bottles would BPA-free by summer 2008.
CamelBak announced in November that it would move away from BPA/Phthalate because of emerging health concerns. The hydration company teamed with a U.S.-based supplier to produce a re-usable bottle made from an entirely new material, Eastman Tritan copolyester.
“Consumers have been asking for a BPA-free alternative with the durability, clarity and vibrant color of polycarbonate bottles,” said Sally McCoy, CamelBak CEO. “Were very happy to be the first company to give them that choice.”
