Comprehensive Risk Evaluation for Asbestos
In a bid to protect public health and the environment, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has undertaken a comprehensive quantitative analysis of the risks associated with asbestos exposure. This evaluation, conducted under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), aims to shed light on the dangers posed by asbestos, with a particular focus on chrysotile, […]
EPA adds eight high priority chemicals for further testing under TSCA
The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced, on 24 March 2022, the results of a second round of tests under section 4 of TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act). The purpose of this is to collect additional information on eight of the next 20 chemicals undergoing risk evaluation. They include six chlorinated solvents and two flame […]
EPA Announces Path Forward for TSCA Chemical Risk Evaluations
On 30th Jun 2021, US EPA announced an important policy change under TSCA. These changes are surrounding risk evaluation by the previous administration and the path forward for the 10 chemicals to undergo risk evaluation. The changes include revisiting the assumption of PPE, changes in consideration of exposure pathway, and revisiting the assessments for determining […]
Did you know? TSCA added 5 new PBT Substances
Initially the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) by Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) applied only to the production, importing, and processing of chemicals. This new rule has added restrictions on the TSCA chemicals present in the article. It has created an impact on many manufacturers for the first time. It is time to reconsider your compliance […]
Major material compliance regulations affecting the food and beverage industry – What you need to know?
(Material compliance regulations are a critical part of the global food and beverage industry. These regulations are essential to ensure the health and safety of consumers.) Globalization has opened up boundaries for players in the food and beverage industry. To preserve brand identity and maintain end-to-end material compliance regulations, the processors of food and beverages […]
Did you know? ECHA has identified 300 chemicals as candidates for regulatory action
On 21 April 2021, ECHA published its third report on Integrated Regulatory Strategy. It provides latest information on Agency’s work regarding the identification and management of chemicals that are hazardous. It aims at accelerating data generation, identifying of groups of substances of concern, and regulatory action. Last year, ECHA addressed the chemical with similar structure […]
Did you know TSCA Section 6(h) has New deadline for PBT Chemicals?
To reduce the exposure of persistent, bio accumulative and toxic (PBT) chemicals, TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) issued 5 final rules on Jan 6, 2021. On Feb 5, 2021, final rules were passed and on March 6, 2021, it came into force. It means, if you do not have the data regarding the below 5 […]