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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has completed a final risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) for formaldehyde, finding that it poses an unreasonable risk to human health. This risk includes both non-cancer effects from short-term skin and inhalation exposure and cancer risks from long-term inhalation exposure. The EPA is required to initiate risk management actions to address these risks. The decision was made based on comprehensive scientific studies and evaluations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comments on a request from several companies, including International Flavors and Fragrances, Inc. (IFF) and DRT America, Inc. (DRT), to conduct a risk evaluation of a chemical known as OTNE under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This evaluation aims to determine if OTNE poses an unreasonable risk to health or the environment. The EPA invites feedback on the potential conditions of OTNE's use and any other relevant information that may assist in its evaluation. Comments must be submitted by April 5, 2021.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized a rule under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) requiring manufacturers to submit unpublished health and safety studies on 16 specific chemicals. This rule, effective January 13, 2025, aims to collect important data to help the EPA understand potential risks associated with these chemicals and manage them appropriately under TSCA guidelines, especially for prioritization and risk evaluation purposes. The rule includes details on which studies need to be reported, exemptions, and how to submit the information; it is intended to address market failures by ensuring the EPA can make informed decisions based on actual data rather than assumptions.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced the final risk evaluation for diisodecyl phthalate (DIDP) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The EPA has found that DIDP presents an unreasonable risk to human health, particularly to female workers of reproductive age, due to non-cancer effects like reduced offspring survival linked to inhalation exposure. The EPA will propose regulatory actions to manage these risks, focusing on preventing high exposure levels in certain work scenarios. This review and the ensuing actions are guided by TSCA's requirement to use the best available science to ensure chemical safety.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has designated five chemicals as High-Priority Substances for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This designation means these chemicals may pose an unreasonable risk to health or the environment, prompting further investigation and evaluation. The five chemicals identified are acetaldehyde, acrylonitrile, benzenamine, vinyl chloride, and 4,4′-methylene bis(2-chloroaniline) (MBOCA). EPA's decision follows a public consultation process, during which it received thousands of comments and additional information from the public and various organizations.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a final risk evaluation for the chemical C.I. Pigment Violet 29, used in various products like paints and inks. This evaluation checks if the chemical poses any unreasonable risks to health or the environment under certain conditions of use. The EPA found some uses of the chemical do pose unreasonable risks, and they plan to address these through management measures. Information and related documents are available on the EPA's website.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has rescheduled the meeting dates for the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) regarding the draft risk evaluation of 1,3-butadiene. The preparatory meeting will occur on March 25, 2025, and the peer review meeting will be from April 1 to 4, 2025; these will be virtual public meetings. People can submit comments or register to speak at these meetings through the EPA's website. The meetings will cover the evaluation of potential risks associated with 1,3-butadiene, a chemical substance used in various industrial processes.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is reopening the comment period for public feedback on the draft scope of the risk evaluation for vinyl chloride, a chemical under review by the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). This extension provides an additional 30 days for comments, with the new deadline being April 2, 2025. People are encouraged to submit their comments online and can find more detailed instructions on the EPA website. The aim is to give stakeholders more time to review the relevant materials and provide their input.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is starting the process to prioritize five chemical substances as High-Priority Substances for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). These chemicals are 4-Tert-Octylphenol, Benzene, Ethylbenzene, Naphthalene, and Styrene. The EPA is looking for public comments and information about these chemicals over a 90-day period, which ends on March 18, 2025. The agency is also seeking information about other chemicals considered but not selected for this round of prioritization to ensure a thorough evaluation of potential risks.

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has released a final risk evaluation for diisononyl phthalate (DINP) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). The evaluation found that DINP poses an unreasonable risk to human health, particularly due to non-cancer effects like developmental toxicity and liver effects in female workers of reproductive age and other workers exposed to it. The EPA plans to take risk management actions to address these concerns. This includes looking at conditions where exposure to DINP through products like spray adhesives, sealants, and paints may contribute to these health risks.