Question

I've successfully repaired my fridge's bottle holder, which is made of clear polystyrene, using butyl acetate glue.

While the glue smelled at the time I was gluing, the repaired bottle holder no longer smells. The couple drops of glue which ran now appear to be made of solid polystyrene. They and are not liquid or sticky.

Are there any health and safety reasons which should stop me from using the repaired bottle holder in the fridge? (There is often uncovered food in the fridge, but no unpackaged food in direct contact with the repaired bottle holder.)

Answer 1

Using a repaired polystyrene bottle holder in the fridge should not pose any health and safety risks.

Step-by-step explanation:

The use of butyl acetate glue to repair the polystyrene bottle holder in your fridge should not pose any health and safety risks. Once the glue has dried and the repairs are complete, the polystyrene and butyl acetate should not be releasing any harmful chemicals or odors.

It is important to note that the primary concern with polystyrene is the possibility of Bisphenol A (BPA) leaching into food or drinks. However, since there is no direct contact between the repaired bottle holder and unpackaged food, the potential for BPA exposure is minimal.