United States·FIFRA·
EPA Registers New Pesticide Active Ingredient Veratrine
Discover how the EPA's registration of veratrine ensures safe pest control on vertical surfaces.
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United States·
FDA Moves To Revoke FD&C Red No. 3 Due To Cancer Concerns
FDA revokes FD&C Red No. 3 due to cancer risks. Learn about the implications for food and drug safety.
United States·Toxics Release Inventory (TRI)·
EPA Adds Nine New PFAS Chemicals To Toxics Release Inventory For 2025
The EPA adds nine PFAS to the Toxics Release Inventory for 2025, improving transparency and chemical management reporting across the U.S.
United States·FIFRA·
EPA Announces Interim Registration Review Decision For Ethylene Oxide
Discover the EPA's interim registration review decision for ethylene oxide, addressing safety and regulatory concerns.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Declares Formaldehyde A Public Health Risk
EPA’s final risk evaluation reveals that formaldehyde poses significant risks to workers and consumers. Learn about the findings and upcoming regulations.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Identifies Significant Health Risks From Diisononyl Phthalate (DINP) Under TSCA Evaluation
Learn about the EPA's final TSCA risk evaluation for DINP, its health risks for workers, and upcoming regulatory actions to ensure safety.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Identifies Unreasonable Health Risks From Diisodecyl Phthalate (DIDP) In Workplace Settings
The EPA’s final evaluation of DIDP highlights significant workplace health risks, particularly for female workers exposed to spray-applied adhesives and paints.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Issues Final Rule On Significant New Use Regulations For Chemical Substances
EPA finalises new rules for substances like soybean meal phosphoric trichloride and calcium propionate complexes under TSCA, effective March 2025. Learn more.
United States·FIFRA·
EPA Issues Interim Decisions On Key Pesticides Chlorothalonil, Thiophanate-Methyl, And Carbendazim
The EPA announces interim decisions for chlorothalonil, thiophanate-methyl, and carbendazim, outlining updated safety measures to address human health and ecological risks.
United States·FIFRA·
EPA Opens Public Comment Period On Draft Biological Opinion For Carbaryl
The EPA invites public comment on the Fish and Wildlife Service's draft Biological Opinion for carbaryl. Submit feedback by February 6, 2025, to help shape pesticide regulations.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Proposes New Safety Regulations For C.I. Pigment Violet 29 To Protect Workers From Health Risks
The EPA proposes safety measures for C.I. Pigment Violet 29 to reduce health risks. Learn about the new regulations, costs, and public comment opportunities.
United States·Clean Air Act·
EPA Proposes Stricter Emission Standards For Polyether Polyols Industry To Reduce Hazardous Pollutants
The EPA proposes updated emission standards for the polyether polyols industry, aiming to cut hazardous pollutants like ethylene oxide and enhance public health protection.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Releases Draft Risk Evaluation For Dicyclohexyl Phthalate, Identifying Risks To Worker Health
The EPA’s draft evaluation finds risks to workers from DCHP exposure. Share your input by 10 March 2025, to influence future regulatory decisions.
United States·
FDA Declares Specific Food Contact Notifications Ineffective, Affecting Multiple Substances
FDA declares multiple Food Contact Notifications ineffective due to production discontinuation, affecting fluoropolymers, resins, and adhesives.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Designates Five High-Priority Chemicals And Initiates Review For Five More Under TSCA
On 18 December 2024, the EPA designated five High-Priority chemicals for risk evaluation under TSCA and initiated review of five others.
United States·FIFRA·
EPA Proposes Streamlined Registration Review For Low-Risk Biopesticides
The EPA has proposed a streamlined review process for several low-risk biopesticides, citing their low toxicity and minimal environmental impact. Public comments are invited until February 10, 2025.
United States·TSCA·
EPA Advances Investigation Into 6PPD And 6PPD-Quinone
The EPA investigates the environmental and health risks of 6PPD and its toxic transformation product, 6PPD-quinone, seeking public input on alternatives and regulatory actions.
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.
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.
