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EPA Seeks Comment on Renewal of TSCA Section 4 Information Collection

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on the renewal of its Information Collection Request (ICR) for activities under TSCA Section 4. - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - Scope of Request: - Renewal of ICR No. 1139.52 (OMB Control No. 2070-0033) - Covers mandatory information collection from manufacturers and processors of chemical substances and mixtures - Activities include: - Test rules - Test orders - Enforceable consent agreements (ECAs) - Voluntary data submissions - Exemptions from testing requirements - Purpose: - To collect health, safety, and exposure data for risk evaluation and management of chemicals - Notable Details: - No specific OEMs or vendors are named, as this is a request for information and comment, not a procurement of products or services - Supporting documents include EPA Form 9600-034 and guidance materials - Applies to all manufacturers and processors subject to TSCA Section 4 requirements

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of and soliciting public comment on the renewal of an Information Collection Request (ICR) related to TSCA Section 4 test rules, test orders, enforceable consent agreements, voluntary data submissions, and exemptions from testing requirements. This renewal covers the collection of information necessary for EPA to gather health and safety data on chemical substances and mixtures to inform risk evaluation and management. The ICR is currently approved through March 31, 2027, and comments are requested by October 13, 2026. The collection involves manufacturers and processors of chemical substances and is mandatory under TSCA.

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