EPA Requires Data Reporting for 16 Chemicals

Benzene, naphthalene, and styrene are among 16 chemicals about which EPA is requiring manufacturers and importers to provide the agency with unpublished health and safety studies, according to a new EPA rule. EPA is also requiring the submission of unpublished studies related to environmental effects and exposures to workers, consumers, and the general population.

“The chemicals [. . .] are of particular interest to EPA because they are either in the process of prioritization as candidates for high-priority designation for risk evaluation or are expected to be candidates in upcoming years,” the agency announced.

Five of the chemicals—MBOCA, acetaldehyde, acrylonitrile, benzenamine, and vinyl chloride—were previously identified as high-priority substances for risk evaluation.

The rule goes into effect on Jan. 13, 2025. For more information, read the rule in the Federal Register or refer to the EPA news release.