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EPA Seeks Public Comment on Draft Risk Evaluations for Four Chemicals

Description

EPA released draft risk evaluation documents for HHCB (fragrance ingredient), phthalic anhydride, o-dichlorobenzene (oDCB), and p-dichlorobenzene (pDCB). The agency is convening a peer review meeting of the Science Advisory Committee on Chemicals (SACC) and soliciting public comments. HHCB draft finding shows no unreasonable risk across 22 conditions of use; phthalic anhydride shows unreasonable risk to workers in 36 conditions and consumers in 2 conditions from dermal/inhalation exposure.

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Official EPA Takes Next Step in TSCA Review of Four Chemicals to Better Protect Workers & Families

Key Findings

EPA is advancing its review of four chemicals under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)—HHCB, phthalic anhydride, o-dichlorobenzene, and p-dichlorobenzene.