Stay Ahead with Real-Time Toxic Substances Control Monitoring
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers the Toxic Substances Control Act to protect the public from unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment by regulating the manufacture and sale of chemicals. EPA regulations control the types of chemicals that can be used in production and manufacturing processes. Generally, manufacturers must submit premanufacturing notification to the EPA prior to manufacturing (or importing) new chemicals for commercial purposes.
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The Federal Register frequently publishes updates regarding the "Toxic Substances Control Act" (TSCA), administered by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). This critical regulation is designed to safeguard public health and the environment from the potential hazards posed by chemicals used in manufacturing and commercial processes.
Why Monitoring Toxic Substances Control Is Essential
For Manufacturers and Industrial Leaders
EPA regulations under TSCA require manufacturers to submit premanufacturing notifications before producing or importing new chemicals. This ensures that only substances meeting stringent safety criteria enter the market. For manufacturers, real-time monitoring of these updates is vital to ensure compliance, avoid legal penalties, and adapt to industry shifts promptly. In an industry where innovation and speed-to-market are key considerations, staying ahead of regulatory changes can be a significant competitive advantage.
For Environmental Health Professionals
Professionals in environmental health, including those working in public agencies and nonprofit organizations, must stay informed about the latest chemical safety standards and risk assessments to advocate for safer community practices. Continuous updates help these professionals guide policy, participate in public comment periods, or prepare for funding opportunities that might arise from new EPA initiatives.
For Educators and Academic Researchers
Academic professionals and researchers focused on environmental science, chemistry, and public health benefit greatly from monitoring TSCA updates. Staying current with these regulations enhances curriculum relevance and allows researchers to pursue innovative projects aligned with federal priorities, potentially unlocking new funding streams.
Key Trends in Chemical Regulations
Recent trends reveal a growing emphasis on limiting substances that contribute to long-term health issues and environmental degradation. The EPA is increasingly moving towards stricter controls on persistent bioaccumulative toxic chemicals and expanding evaluations of existing chemicals.
This proactive stance can significantly impact industries ranging from agriculture to pharmaceuticals, where chemical use is prevalent. Monitoring these developments supports strategic planning and risk assessment, ensuring that organizations remain compliant while also identifying areas for sustainable practices and innovation.
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- Description: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) administers the Toxic Substances Control Act to protect the public from unreasonable risk of injury to health or the environment by regulating the manufacture and sale of chemicals. EPA regulations control the types of chemicals that can be used in production and manufacturing processes. Generally, manufacturers must submit premanufacturing notification to the EPA prior to manufacturing (or importing) new chemicals for commercial purposes.
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In the Federal Register of January 7, 2025, EPA announced the availability of and solicited public comment on a draft risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for Dicyclohexyl phthalate (DCHP) (1,2-benzenedicarboxylic acid, 1,2-d...
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Notice | Mar 13, 2025 |
In response to requests from stakeholders, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is amending the deadline for reporting pursuant to the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Health and Safety Data Reporting rule, which requires manufactur...
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Rule | Mar 13, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is announcing the rescheduled meeting dates of the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) that had been previously scheduled for February 2025 to consider and review the draft risk evaluatio...
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Notice | Mar 11, 2025 |
In the Federal Register of January 16, 2025, EPA announced the availability of and solicited public comment on the draft scope of the risk evaluation to be conducted under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for vinyl chloride (ethene, chloro-; C...
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Notice | Mar 05, 2025 |
In the Federal Register of January 14, 2025, EPA proposed a regulation to address the unreasonable risk of injury to human health presented by C.I. Pigment Violet 29 (CASRN 81-33-4, also known as PV29), under its conditions of use as documented in EP...
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Proposed Rule | Mar 04, 2025 |
EPA is required under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) to make information publicly available and to publish information in the Federal Register pertaining to submissions under TSCA, including notice of receipt of a Premanufacture notice (PMN)...
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Notice | Feb 24, 2025 |
The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requires EPA to publish in the Federal Register a statement of its findings after its review of certain TSCA submissions when EPA makes a finding that a new chemical substance or significant new use is not like...
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Notice | Feb 24, 2025 |
This document announces the Agency's receipt of new chemical submissions under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including information about the receipt of a Premanufacture notice (PMN), Significant New Use Notice (SNUN), Microbial Commercial...
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Notice | Feb 24, 2025 |
This document extends the comment period for three notices published by the Environmental Protection Agency in the Federal Register on December 3, 2024 and December 13, 2024.
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Notice | Feb 03, 2025 |
In accordance with the memorandum of January 20, 2025, from President Donald J. Trump, entitled "Regulatory Freeze Pending Review," this action temporarily delays until March 21, 2025, the effective date of the regulations listed in the table below....
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Rule | Jan 28, 2025 |
The National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2020 (NDAA) adds certain per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) automatically to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) beginning January 1 of the year following specific triggering events. The E...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 17, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), TSCA Existing Chemical Risk Evaluation and Management; Generic ICR for Interview and Focus Groups, (EPA ICR Number 2584.03 and OMB Control Number 2070-02...
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Notice | Jan 17, 2025 |
In the Federal Register of November 19, 2024, EPA issued an advance notice of proposed rulemaking soliciting public comment on and any additional information relevant to the potential risks associated with N-(1,3-Dimethylbutyl)-N'-phenyl-p-phenylened...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 17, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has submitted an information collection request (ICR), TSCA Existing Chemical Risk Evaluation and Management; Generic ICR for Surveys, (EPA ICR Number 2585.02 and OMB Control Number 2070-0218) to the Office o...
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Notice | Jan 16, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is announcing the availability of and seeking public comment on the draft scope of the risk evaluation to be conducted under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for vinyl chloride (ethene, chlor...
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Notice | Jan 16, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is announcing the availability of the final risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for diisononyl phthalate (DINP) (1,2-Benzene- dicarboxylic acid, 1,2- diisononyl ester) (CAS...
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Notice | Jan 15, 2025 |
The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA), as amended in 1996, requires that the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) determine whether to regulate at least five unregulated contaminants every five years. The decision to regulate or not to regulate a...
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Notice | Jan 15, 2025 |
As part of the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA's) commitment to safeguarding the environment from per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS), the agency is announcing the availability of the "Draft Sewage Sludge Risk Assessment for Perfluorooc...
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Notice | Jan 15, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA or Agency) is proposing to address the unreasonable risk of injury to human health presented by C.I. Pigment Violet 29 (CASRN 81-33-4, also known as PV29), under its conditions of use as documented in EPA's Ja...
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Proposed Rule | Jan 14, 2025 |
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is promulgating this final rule to adjust the level of the maximum and minimum statutory civil monetary penalty amounts under the statutes the EPA administers. This action is mandated by the Federal Civil Pen...
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Rule | Jan 08, 2025 |