EPAFinal Rule
Regulation under the Toxic Substances Control Act: Trichloroethylene; Postponement of Effectiveness for Certain Provisions
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Summary
The EPA is delaying when certain rules about trichloroethylene (TCE), a toxic chemical used in manufacturing and cleaning, will take effect. TCE is a known health hazard, and this postponement gives companies more time before they must comply with new safety requirements.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is pushing back the date when new rules controlling trichloroethylene (TCE) become mandatory for businesses
- 2TCE is a hazardous chemical linked to health problems including cancer, kidney damage, and birth defects
- 3Companies that manufacture, use, or handle TCE will have extra time to prepare for stricter regulations
- 4Workers and communities near facilities using TCE may experience continued exposure during the delay period
- 5The postponement applies only to certain provisions of the regulation, not the entire rule
Impact Assessment
If you are a manufacturer using trichloroethylene, this means you have additional time before you must implement new safety and handling requirements for this toxic chemical.
Impact Level
Significant
Geographic Scope
National
Compliance Cost
Moderate
Who is Affected
ManufacturersWorkers/LaborersConsumers
Key Dates
Published
February 17, 2026
Regulatory Connections
Amends CFR Sections
40 CFR Part 70240 CFR Part 704
Other Documents in This Rulemaking (EPA-HQ-OPPT-2020-0642)
EPAEnvironment
Extension of Postponement of Effectiveness for Certain Provisions of Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Notification
EPAEnvironment
Extension of Postponement of Effectiveness for Certain Provisions of Trichloroethylene (TCE); Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA)
EPAEnvironment
Trichloroethylene; Regulation Under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA); Compliance Date Extension
EPAEnvironment
Regulation under the Toxic Substances Control Act: Extension of Postponement of Effectiveness for Certain Provisions of Trichloroethylene
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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