EPA Asks SACC To Ensure 1,3-BD Evaluation Not ‘Overly Conservative’

EPA deputy chemicals chief Nancy Beck is reminding agency science advisors that TSCA evaluations inform regulations that have “real consequences” for both workers and the general public who need to use chemicals such as 1,3-butadiene, and urged them to let staff know if the Biden-era evaluation missed something or is “overly conservative.” “Peer review gives us confidence in the data and the methods that we're using to evaluate the risks from the chemicals and to ensure we're using the best...