toxic substances control

The Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) is a U.S. law that regulates the manufacture, import, use, and disposal of chemical substances. Its primary goal is to protect human health and the environment from harmful chemicals. Under TSCA, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) evaluates new and existing chemicals for safety, requiring companies to disclose information about their products. This law helps ensure that potentially dangerous substances do not pose risks to people or ecosystems, promoting safer chemical practices and encouraging the development of less harmful alternatives.