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EPA Proposes a Ban on Consumer and Commercial Use …

WEBEPA took another step to protect public health under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), recommending a ban on most uses of perchloroethylene (PCE), a chemical …

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EPAs finding: Perchloroethylene Is Dangerous to Human Health

WEBPCE's Applications and Risks: • Fluorinated compounds, solvents for cleaning and degreasing, lubricants, adhesives, and sealants, as well as aerosol degreasers, brake …

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EU Implements New Hazard Classes: A Focus on Endocrine …

WEBAn amendment to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 has ushered in new substance hazard classes. These classes specifically target endocrine disruptors (EDs) and substances …

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European Commission’s Formaldehyde Restriction Initiative APA …

WEBAddressing an imperative health concern, the European Commission has taken proactive steps to mitigate cancer risks associated with formaldehyde emissions.

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New Requirement: OEHHA Mandates Proposition 65 Labels for …

WEBThe Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has taken a significant step under the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 by adding three …

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Revised Cancer Inhalation Unit Risk Factors for Cobalt Compounds …

WEBThe Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has revised the cancer inhalation unit risk (IUR) and slope factors for cobalt and water-soluble cobalt …

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Prop65 Update: Bisphenol S (BPS) Designated as a Reproductive …

WEBOffice of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) has added bisphenol S (BPS) to the list of reproductive toxicants (female reproductive endpoint) under …

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OEHHA Anticipates PFOA And PFOS In Proposition65 Lists

WEBThe Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) intends to list perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA) and Perfluoro octane Sulfonic Acid (PFOS) as known to …

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Slope Factors for 1-Bromopropane and the modification of Cancer

WEB• For use in the Air Toxics Hot Spots Program, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is rapidly adopting cancer inhalation unit risk (IUR) and slope …

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California Prop65: Three Additional Chemicals Added to the List

WEBThe Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) plays a crucial role in the implementation and administration of California’s Proposition 65.OEHHA is a branch of …

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EPA Launches Comprehensive Review of Ozone National Ambient …

WEBThe EPA has initiated a comprehensive review of its ozone National Ambient Air Quality Standards to ensure that they remain protective of public health.

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Reason for updating the ethylene oxide NSRL

WEBRecently, the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) is proposing to update the No Significant Risk Level (NSRL) for ethylene oxide by amending Title 27, …

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Mexico Proposes Restrictions on PFOS and PFOA APA Engineering

WEBMexico wants input on a plan to impose import and export limitations on two PFASs. If accepted, corporations would require a permit from several government agencies to …

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Exploring the Novel SVHC: 2,4,6-Tri-tertbutyl-phenol APA …

WEBPotential Risks and Health Concerns: ECHA's designation of 2,4,6-TTBP as an SVHC isn't merely a formality; it triggers enhanced controls within the EU: 1. Reproductive Toxicity: …

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OEHHA Adapts new cancer inhalation rule APA Engineering

WEBThe Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) adopts new cancer inhalation unit risk (IUR) and slope factors for Cobalt and Cobalt Compounds for use in …

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Japan Publishes SDS Guidance for New ISHL Requirements APA …

WEBThe Japan Chemical Industry Association (JCIA) has published a guidance document assisting industries in preparing SDS according to new requirements under the revised …

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OEHHA’s Announcement of Publication of Updated APA …

WEBJul 17, 2020, The Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment (OEHHA) of the California Environmental Protection Agency published the updated Public Health Goal …

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Navigating Canadian CEPA Requirements APA Engineering

WEBThe Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) is a crucial legislation that aims to protect Canada’s environment and human health. Enacted in 1988, CEPA addresses …

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CEH Warns 42 Companies Failing to Notify Consumers

WEBThe Center for Environmental Health (CEH) has notified 42 companies that it intends to file lawsuits against them for reportedly failing to warn about high levels of bisphenol A …

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