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EPA Requests Public Comment on Draft Risk Evaluation for 1,2-Dichloropropane under TSCA

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is seeking public comment on its draft risk evaluation for 1,2-dichloropropane under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). - Government Buyer: - Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) - OEMs and Vendors: - No OEMs or vendors are mentioned; this is not a procurement opportunity - Products/Services Requested: - No products or services are being procured - EPA requests information and feedback from the public regarding 1,2-dichloropropane - Unique or Notable Requirements: - Input on manufacturing, distribution, use, exposure controls, and personal protective equipment related to 1,2-dichloropropane - Detailed information on occupational exposure, use scenarios, and effectiveness of protective equipment - Evaluation covers risks to workers, consumers, general population, and environmental risks to aquatic and terrestrial species - Purpose: - To inform the final risk evaluation and determine if 1,2-dichloropropane presents unreasonable risk to health or the environment

Description

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is announcing the availability of and seeking public comment on a draft risk evaluation under TSCA for 1,2-dichloropropane. The evaluation aims to determine whether the chemical presents an unreasonable risk to health or the environment under the conditions of use, including risks to potentially exposed or susceptible subpopulations, without considering costs or non-risk factors. The draft risk evaluation assesses human health risks to workers, consumers, and the general population, as well as environmental risks to aquatic and terrestrial species. EPA invites public feedback to inform the final risk evaluation.

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