How Do Regulatory Agencies Implement Chemical Prioritization?
Regulatory agencies employ various frameworks to prioritize chemicals. For instance:
- EPA's TSCA Work Plan: The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) lists chemicals prioritized for risk evaluation under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). - REACH Regulation: The European Union's REACH (Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals) regulation requires companies to gather information on the properties and hazards of chemicals and prioritize them for further assessment. - Canadian Chemicals Management Plan (CMP): Canada uses a systematic approach to prioritize and assess chemicals for potential risks.
