Tritan is a type of plastic that is a copolymer made from three monomers: dimethyl terephthalate, cyclohexanedimethanol, and 2,2,4,4-tetramethyl-1,3-cyclobutanediol (CBDO) . It was created by Eastman Chemical Company in 2002 and is used as a replacement for traditional plastic products like water bottles, blenders, and food storage containers. Tritan is a hard, copolyester plastic that is free of bisphenols (like BPA or BPS) and other estrogen-mimicking chemicals. It is impact-resistant and tough, extending the useful life of water bottles and food containers. Tritan is also clear, strong, and resistant to heat and chemical degradation.

There has been some controversy surrounding the safety of Tritan. In 2011, a neurobiologist at the University of Texas claimed that most polymers, including Tritan, contained other materials with estrogenic activity. Eastman Chemical Company sued, and after a jury ruled in Eastmans favor, the Court barred the neurobiologist from making claims about Tritan’s estrogenic activity. However, some research suggests that Tritan may not be free of other endocrine disruptors.

In conclusion, Tritan is a type of plastic that is used as a replacement for traditional plastic products like water bottles, blenders, and food storage containers. It is a hard, copolyester plastic that is free of bisphenols and other estrogen-mimicking chemicals. While there has been some controversy surrounding its safety, Tritan is generally considered safe for use.