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EPA Bans Cancer-Linked Chemicals in Household and Industrial Products
environment1 year ago

EPA Bans Cancer-Linked Chemicals in Household and Industrial Products

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has finalized new rules under the Toxic Substances Control Act to ban all uses of trichloroethylene (TCE) and most uses of perchloroethylene (PCE) due to their cancer-causing properties. The rules aim to protect public health by eliminating these chemicals from consumer products and many commercial applications, while allowing limited workplace uses with stringent safety measures. This action supports President Biden's Cancer Moonshot initiative and addresses long-standing environmental health concerns.

"Biden Administration Proposes Sweeping Ban on Cancer-Causing Solvent TCE"
health-and-environment2 years ago

"Biden Administration Proposes Sweeping Ban on Cancer-Causing Solvent TCE"

The Biden administration has proposed a ban on trichloroethylene (TCE), an industrial solvent used in various products, due to its link to cancer and other health effects. The proposed ban goes beyond the Obama-era plan by prohibiting all uses of TCE. The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) stated that safer alternatives exist for most TCE uses. TCE has been found in drinking water across the country and has been associated with liver, kidney, immune system, and central nervous system effects. The American Chemistry Council, representing chemical manufacturers, believes the proposed rule is inconsistent with the science. The EPA is accepting public comments on the proposed rule for 45 days before finalization.