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Toxic Substances Control Act

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2024
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Latest News

EPA Flags Unreasonable Risk from D4 in Industrial and Environmental Use

EPA draft risk evaluation finds octamethylcyclotetrasiloxane (D4) poses significant risks to workers and aquatic life, signalling regulatory change for industry.

2

Oct 2025

EPA Withdraws Proposed SNURs for 18 Chemical Substances Derived from Plastic Waste

EPA withdraws proposed SNURs for 18 plastic-derived chemicals, removing anticipated restrictions. Understand the regulatory shift and what it means for compliance.

16

Jul 2025

EPA Draft Risk Evaluations Signal Regulatory Shift for Phthalates Under TSCA

EPA’s draft TSCA risk evaluations for DBP and DEHP identify serious health and environmental risks—public comment open until 4 August.

20

Jun 2025

EPA Proposes SNURs for 37 New Chemical Substances

EPA proposes SNURs for 37 chemicals under TSCA, impacting US manufacturing. Review the changes and ensure compliance before 6 May 2025.

17

Apr 2025

Concerns Loom Over Incoming Trump Administration’s Approach to Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act

A Congressional hearing reviews the Lautenberg Chemical Safety Act, highlighting EPA delays, industry concerns, and public health protection needs.

26

Jan 2025

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Guidance

Ultimate Guide to TSCA PFAS Reporting Rule (Section 8(a)(7))

Required submissions include detailed information about the PFAS substances manufactured or imported.

How to Efficiently Gather PFAS Data from Products and Supply Chains

Learn to gather PFAS data from products and supply chains efficiently using Foresight's automated workflows for compliance.

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Legislation Overview

Legislation name
Toxic Substances Control Act
Applicable to
United States
Purpose
To regulate the manufacture, distribution, use, and disposal of chemicals to protect human health and the environment.
Scope
Covers all chemical substances with specific exemptions, focusing on assessing and controlling potential risks.
Key requirements
Pre-manufacture notification for new chemicals, testing requirements for existing chemicals, and reporting obligations.
Penalties
Includes fines and criminal penalties for non-compliance with TSCA regulations.
EXEMPTIONS
Certain substances, like food, drugs, and cosmetics, are exempt.
Guidance
EPA provides guidelines for compliance, including how to submit information and meet regulatory requirements.