Perchloroethylene (PCE) and Carbon Tetrachloride (CTC); Regulation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Compliance Date Extensions
What happened
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized an extension of compliance dates for certain entities dealing with perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride (CTC). This action, signed by Donald Trump, extends initial monitoring for inhalation exposure for both chemicals to June 21, 2027. Compliance dates for meeting exposure limits, establishing regulated areas, and implementing workplace training and PPE programs are extended to September 20, 2027. For non-federal entities, the deadline to establish exposure control plans for PCE is moved to December 20, 2027.
Why it matters
This extension gives affected non-federal owners and operators more time to comply with Workplace Chemical Protection Program (WCPP) requirements for PCE and CTC. It aligns their compliance deadlines with those already in place for federal agencies and their contractors. This applies to various industries that manufacture, process, distribute, use, or dispose of these chemicals.
Who it affects
- ›Non-federal owners and operators of businesses.
- ›Federal agencies and their contractors.
- ›Entities manufacturing PCE or CTC or products containing them.
- ›Businesses in chemical manufacturing and waste management.
- ›Companies involved in various other manufacturing sectors.
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