Qualitative Determination of Bisphenol A and Phthalate Residues in Drinking Water Alternatives in Kayseri Province of Türkiye

In this study, it was aimed to qualitatively determine Bisphenol A and dibutyl phthalate residues in carboy, pet bottled tap waters used as drinking water Kayseri-Türkiye. Being an additive the production of many products plastics frequently daily life, BPA phthalates are associated with a variety health issues environmental problems. Within scope total 20 samples (9 pet, 7 carboy 4 water) were analyzed terms phthalat (DBP), derivatives (Bisphenol S F). Among samples; 8 (88.88%) found be contaminated BPA, 5 (55.55%) DBP (77.77%) derivatives, while 1(14.28%) 7(100%) DBP. samples, 2 (50%) (100%) No posi- tive for all three contaminants. On other hand, phthalates. The findings study reveal that most contamination these chemicals is determined waters. This highlighted situation sources. Measures should taken prevent types systematically examine phthalate-related safety Further investigation needed quantify occurrence target compounds.