The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)

The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is a U.S. law that was enacted in 1976 to regulate the safety of chemicals in the marketplace. It gives the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) the authority to assess and manage the risks posed by chemical substances and mixtures. TSCA requires companies to provide information about the chemicals they manufacture or import, allowing the EPA to evaluate their safety. The goal is to protect public health and the environment from potential hazards associated with toxic chemicals while ensuring that necessary products remain available.