CDX Electronic Communication for TSCA Substantial Risk Notices

EPA is now able to electronically acknowledge receipt of substantial risk notices submitted via the Central Data Exchange (CDX). Learn more.

EPA Actions Mark TSCA Anniversary

On June 22, 2017, EPA issued rules for prioritizing and evaluating chemicals under TSCA, as amended, and for identifying chemicals active in U.S. commerce. Read the press release. Learn more.

Risk Evaluation under TSCA

The Frank R. Lautenberg Chemical Safety for the 21^st Century Act established a new process for evaluating chemical risks under TSCA. Read the press release. Learn more.

• View scope documents for the initial 10 chemicals for risk evaluation
• Read guidance for industry interested in submitting risk evaluations to EPA

EPA Proposes to Ban Certain Uses of Trichlorethylene under TSCA

December 7, 2016 - EPA proposed a ban of certain uses of TCE as a result of health risks from its use as an aerosol degreaser and for spot cleaning in dry cleaning facilities. Read the press release. Learn more.