Science & Technology

Meeting Materials for the December 13-16, 2016 Scientific Advisory Panel

Meeting Materials for the October 18-21, 2016 Scientific Advisory Panel on Carcinogenic Potential of Glyphosate

EPA Extends Comment Period for Neonicotinoid Risk Assessments

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is extending the public comment period for recently released neonicotinoid insecticide risk assessments from February 20, 2018, to April 21, 2018.

An Alternatives Assessment for the Flame-Retardant Decabromodiphenyl Ether (DecaBDE)

This report is intended to provide information that will enable the selection of safer alternatives to decaBDE, for a variety of products.

Methylene Diphenyl Diisocyanate (MDI) And Related Compounds

This document addresses the use of methylene diphenyl diisocyanate (MDI) and related compounds (See Appendix 1) in products that may result in consumer and general population exposures, particularly in or around buildings, including homes and schools.

Meeting Materials for the December 4, 6-7, 2018 Scientific Advisory Panel

Meeting Materials for the December 4-7, 2018 Scientific Advisory Panel

TSCA Section 21 Petition Requesting EPA to Regulate Formaldehyde in Pressed Wood Products

This petition requests EPA to regulate formaldehyde in pressed wood products.

Background Documents for Persistent, Bioaccumulative, and Toxic (PBT) Chemicals

Accelerated Storage Stability and Corrosion Characteristics Study Protocol

EPA has determined that studies using this protocol will, in certain circumstances, provide the Agency with all the information it needs to make a determination on the storage stability of pesticides.

Alternate Testing Framework for Classification of Eye Irritation Potential of EPA-Regulated Pesticide Products

EPA has updated guidance on testing antimicrobial cleaning products for potential eye irritation. This guidance relies on non-animal testing and expands the use of certain tests.

New Model Helps Calculate Exposure to Food Surface Sanitizers

The Food Contact Sanitizing Solutions Model (FCSSM) was developed to estimate indirect dietary exposure to components of sanitizing solutions used in commercial settings.

FIFRA Scientific Advisory Panel Ethics

A page describing ethics training requirements and a link to the training.

Antimicrobial Testing Methods & Procedures: EQ-02-10

Information about ATMP Calibration and Maintenance of Thermometers and Thermometer/Hygrometers EQ-02-10

Antimicrobial Testing Methods & Procedures: ADM-01-08

Information about ATMP - SOP Preparation and Review of Product Performance Reports - ADM-01-08

Meeting Materials for the November 28-29, 2017 Scientific Advisory Panel

Meeting Materials for the November 28-30, 2017 Scientific Advisory Panel on Continuing Development of Alternative High-Throughput Screens to Determine Endocrine Disruption, Focusing on Androgen Receptor, Steroidogenesis, and Thyroid Pathways.

Antimicrobial Testing Methods & Procedures: QC-02-08

Information about ATMP - SOP Monitoring of Laboratories for Airborne Contaminants - QC-02-08

Antimicrobial Testing Methods & Procedures: MB-01-10

Information about ATMP Biosafety in the Laboratory MB-01-10

Confidential Financial Disclosure Form for Environmental Protection Agency Special Government Employees (EPA Form 3110-48)

EPA uses the Confidential Financial Disclosure Form to determine whether there is a conflict of interest or the appearance of a lack of impartiality with regard to the topic under review by the FIFRA Scientific Advisory Panel.