EPA Prohibits Use of Two Carcinogenic Chemicals in Consumer Goods

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced a ban on two carcinogenic chemicals, trichloroethylene (TCE) and tetrachloroethylene (perc), used in various consumer and industrial products. This move aims to protect workers, consumers, and residents from the harmful effects of these substances, aligning with President Biden's efforts to enhance chemical safety regulations. The ban includes all consumer uses of perc and many commercial applications, such as dry cleaning and auto repair.