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Toxic Substances Control Act

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Nov
2024
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Latest News

EPA Releases Draft Scope for Vinyl Chloride Risk Evaluation Under TSCA

EPA releases draft scope for vinyl chloride risk evaluation under TSCA. Public comments invited until 3 March 2025.

21

Jan 2025

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.

16

Jan 2025

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.

16

Jan 2025

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.

16

Jan 2025

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.

16

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.