United States·TSCA·
EPA Draft Risk Evaluation Identifies 1,3-Butadiene As Health Hazard
EPA draft identifies 1,3-butadiene as a health hazard, citing risks to workers and fenceline communities. Public comment open until February 3, 2025.
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United States·TSCA·
EPA Eliminates LVE And LoR Exemptions For PFAS And PBT Chemicals
The EPA reforms chemical safety regulations, removing exemptions for PFAS and PBT chemicals to ensure rigorous safety assessments for public health.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Finalises Comprehensive Risk Evaluation For 1,4-Dioxane Under TSCA
The EPA’s finalised risk evaluation for 1,4-dioxane identifies serious health risks, including cancer, from occupational and environmental exposures. Regulatory actions are forthcoming.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Finalises Stricter Regulations On TCE And PCE
The EPA introduces strict bans and controls on trichloroethylene (TCE) and perchloroethylene (PCE), aiming to reduce cancer risks and protect workers.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Finalizes Risk Evaluation Part 2 On Asbestos, Highlighting Legacy Use Risks
The EPA concludes its Part 2 Risk Evaluation for Asbestos, identifying significant health risks from legacy uses. Learn about its findings and regulatory implications.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Proposes New Rules On Fluoroalkyl Compounds And Polymers
The EPA proposes updated Significant New Use Rules (SNURs) for 17 chemical substances, requiring risk assessments before new manufacturing or processing activities. Public comments are open until 30 December 2024.
United States·Canada·TSCA·
EPA Revises TSCA Rules For DecaBDE And PIP (3:1) To Strengthen Chemical Safety Measures
The revisions for decaBDE and PIP (3:1) introduce strict new measures to protect workers and reduce toxic releases.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Seeks Peer Reviewers For Phthalates Risk Evaluation Under TSCA
The EPA seeks nominations for peer reviewers of phthalate risk evaluations under TSCA. Submit nominations by the deadline to shape future regulatory policies.
United States·TSCA·
EPA's Science Advisory Committee Reviews Risks Of 1,1-Dichloroethane And 1,2-Dichloroethane
EPA assesses 1,1-dichloroethane and 1,2-dichloroethane risks, highlighting industrial impacts and ecological threats. Stakeholder feedback to shape final conclusions.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Invites Public Comments On 1,3-Butadiene Risk Review Candidates
EPA seeks public comments on candidates for 1,3-butadiene risk review. Join the discussion by 29 November 2024 and contribute to this critical evaluation.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Launches Comprehensive Rulemaking To Address Toxic Tire Chemicals Threatening Salmon
The EPA is investigating the risks of 6PPD-quinone, a toxic tire chemical harming salmon and ecosystems.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Reports Significant Progress And Challenges In Addressing PFAS Pollution
The EPA highlights progress on PFAS pollution with enforceable standards, cleanup funding, and research advancements while addressing challenges in cost, contamination, and equity.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Issues Test Order For 6:2 Fluorotelomer Acrylate Under TSCA
The EPA mandates testing of 6:2 Fluorotelomer Acrylate to assess potential health and environmental risks under the Toxic Substances Control Act.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Proposes New Deadlines For PFAS Reporting Rule Amid Resource Constraints
EPA delays PFAS reporting to 11 July 2025 to ensure software readiness, giving more time for accurate data submission under the new rule.
United States·TSCA·
SACC Recommends Refinements In EPA’s Phthalate Risk Assessments
The SACC reviews EPA’s risk assessments for phthalates DIDP and DINP, highlighting potential exposure risks to human health and the environment.
United States·TSCA·
2024 Update To EPA Safer Chemical Ingredients List
The EPA has updated its Safer Chemical Ingredients List, adding 27 new chemicals.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Report Highlights Flexibility In Reducing Animal Testing With NAMs
EPA’s new report explores regulatory flexibility under TSCA, FIFRA, and other laws to reduce animal testing using New Approach Methods (NAMs).
United States·TSCA·
EPA Seeks Public Input On PFAS Production And Regulation Under TSCA
The EPA is inviting public input on the production of PFAS chemicals like PFOA, PFNA, and PFDA during the fluorination of HDPE containers.
United States·TSCA·
EPA To Reconsider Chevron’s Chemical Approvals Following Legal Petition
The EPA seeks voluntary remand to review its 2022 chemical order challenged by Cherokee Concerned Citizens.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Concludes Tris(2-Chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) Poses Unreasonable Risks To Health And Environment
The EPA’s final risk evaluation for Tris(2-chloroethyl) Phosphate (TCEP) reveals serious health and environmental risks.
