Paper receipts may no longer contain added BPA, then any added bisphenols

Making, selling or offering paper receipts with intentionally added bisphenol A is banned, and the ban later widens to all bisphenols. Makers must switch to the least toxic option, not a listed cancer-causing chemical, and fines run up to $5,000, then $10,000.

Who it affects

Receipt paper makers, sellers and businesses that print receipts

When

This law takes effect on January 1, 2027; the changes described here start on January 1, 2028.

• September 30, 2026: Signed into law
• January 1, 2027: Law takes effect
• January 1, 2028: The changes described here start to apply: receipts with intentionally added BPA are banned
• January 1, 2029: Ban extends to receipts with any intentionally added bisphenols

Official text

California AB 1604: Product safety: proofs of purchase: intentionally added bisphenols.
On California Legislative Information. The official text is what counts; read it before you act.

Not legal advice. Plain-English summaries to help you find what changes and when. Not legal advice: read the official text, and ask a lawyer about your situation.