Vinyl Chloride; Draft Scope of the Risk Evaluation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Notice of Availability and Request for Comment
Published Date: 1/16/2025
Notice
Summary
The EPA is checking how risky vinyl chloride—a chemical used in making plastics—might be to people and the environment. They want your thoughts on their plan before March 3, 2025. If you make, use, or handle this chemical, this could affect you and might lead to new safety rules and costs down the road.
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