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Importing or Exporting Chemical Substances under TSCA

  • EPA Regulates the Production and Distribution of Commercial and Industrial Chemicals

    Learn about requirements under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) on importing chemicals into, or exporting chemicals out of, the customs territory of the United States.

Overview of TSCA Import-Export Requirements

  • Learn about TSCA requirements for imports and exports
  • Other EPA import-export requirements
    • TSCA webpage on The Border Center

Information for Importing Chemicals

  • Import certification requirements
  • Who is required to certify chemical imports?
  • Import certification statement requirements
  • Requirements for specific chemicals
  • Import of new chemicals/uses
  • TSCA section 13 Import Compliance Checklist
  • Compliance Guide for Chemical Import Requirements Under TSCA
  • Q&A on EPA's Import Programs

Information for Exporters

  • Export notification requirements
    • Chemicals Subject to TSCA Section 12(b) Notification Requirements
  • Requirements for specific chemicals
  • Export of new chemicals manufactured solely for export
  • Timing of exporter’s notice
  • Content of exporter’s notice
  • Notice to receiving countries

Requirements for Specific Chemicals

  • PCBs 
    • EPA’s general webpage on PCBs
  • Mercury export ban of 2008
  • Asbestos 
  • Chemicals used in metalworking fluids
  • Hexavalent chromium based water treatment chemicals

Related Information

  • Chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
  • Reviewing New Chemicals under TSCA
  • Assessing and Managing Chemicals under TSCA

Need Help?

The TSCA Hotline can answer general questions about import-export requirements.

  • Call the TSCA Hotline at 202-554-1404
  • Email the TSCA Hotline at TSCA-Hotline@epa.gov
Contact Us About TSCA Import-Export Requirements to ask a question, provide feedback, or report a problem.
Last updated on March 19, 2026
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