EPA Carcinogen Risk Assessment Guidelines

The EPA has finalized and posted its guidelines for conducting carcinogen risk assessments. These documents outline the agency's current scientific approach to evaluating the carcinogenic potential of substances, including methodologies for hazard identification, dose-response assessment, exposure assessment, and risk characterization.

These guidelines are intended to provide a consistent and scientifically sound basis for EPA's risk assessments. While non-binding, they inform regulatory decisions and risk management actions across various EPA programs. Regulated entities and stakeholders involved in environmental compliance or product safety should familiarize themselves with these guidelines to understand the EPA's risk assessment methodologies.