EPA finalizes compliance deadline extensions on use of two cancer-linked chemicals
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The EPA has extended compliance deadlines for rules restricting perchloroethylene (PCE) and carbon tetrachloride, two chemicals linked to cancer and other health risks. Construction firms using these substances in cleaning and degreasing applications will have additional time to transition to compliant alternatives.
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Washington — The Environmental Protection Agency has published a final rule that extends various compliance deadlines for Toxic Substances Control Act rules covering the use of perchloroethylene and carbon tetrachloride. PCE has been linked to cancer and other adverse health effects involving the…
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