Economic Analysis of Perchloroethylene Regulation

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has published an economic analysis concerning the proposed regulation of Perchloroethylene under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Section 6(a). This document, dated July 2023 and identified with RIN 2070-AK82, serves as supporting material for the proposed rule, providing an assessment of the economic impacts associated with regulating this chemical.

Compliance officers should note that while this document is an economic analysis and not a final rule, it indicates significant regulatory activity concerning Perchloroethylene. It is crucial to review this analysis to understand the potential economic implications and to prepare for any forthcoming regulatory obligations or restrictions that may be imposed on the manufacturing, processing, distribution, use, or disposal of Perchloroethylene.