What should be noted for long-term exposure to thermal label paper?

When in long-term contact with thermal label paper, it is indeed necessary to pay attention to some potential health and safety issues. Here are some key precautions:

1、 Health Risks and Protection

Exposure to Bisphenol A (BPA):

Thermal paper may contain bisphenol A, an endocrine disruptor that can have adverse effects on human health, such as damaging liver and kidney function, and potentially causing endocrine disorders. For pregnant women, bisphenol A may also pose a risk to the fetus, such as causing fetal malformations.

Try to minimize direct contact with thermal paper, especially when fingers are wet or greasy, as this increases the absorption of bisphenol A.

After coming into contact with thermal paper, especially before touching food, be sure to wash your hands to prevent bisphenol A from entering the body through food. Be careful not to use hand sanitizers containing alcohol, as alcohol may promote the penetration of bisphenol A through the skin.

Skin irritation and allergic reactions:

Long term exposure to thermal paper may cause skin irritation and allergic reactions, such as redness, swelling, itching, and pain. This may be caused by certain chemicals in the thermal paper.

If there are symptoms of skin discomfort, contact with thermal paper should be stopped immediately and medical advice should be sought.

2、 Precautions for use and storage

Choose high-quality thermal paper:

Thermal paper of different brands and qualities may contain varying amounts of chemicals. Try to choose high-quality and certified thermal paper products to reduce the risk of exposure to harmful substances.

Avoid use in harsh environments:

Try to avoid using thermal paper in high temperature, humid, or greasy environments as these conditions may accelerate the release and degradation of chemicals in the thermal paper.

Pay attention to storage conditions:

Thermal paper has a relatively short storage time, and prolonged exposure to high temperatures, sunlight, or tape contact can accelerate its fading process. Therefore, it should be stored in a cool, dry place and used as soon as possible.

3、 Suggestions for specific groups of people

Cashiers and other professionals:

For individuals who have long-term occupational exposure to thermal paper, such as cashiers, it is recommended to take additional protective measures, such as wearing gloves, to reduce direct contact with harmful substances.

Children and infants:

Avoid letting infants or children touch thermal paper to prevent them from ingesting or being harmed by harmful substances.

In summary, when long-term exposure to thermal label paper, attention should be paid to the exposure risks of chemicals such as bisphenol A, the possibility of skin irritation and allergic reactions, and the selection of high-quality thermal paper, avoiding use in harsh environments, and paying attention to storage conditions. For specific groups of people, such as cashiers and children, additional protective measures should be taken.