United States: Chemicals

The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has published the Developments in Delegations on the Safety of Manufactured Nanomaterials and Advanced Materials — Tour de Table: July 2024 — June 2025...

The Sustainable PFAS Action Network has launched a new Refrigerant Working Group to navigate the complex intersection of PFAS policy and climate commitments. As state and federal regulators grapple with broad PFAS classifications, this initiative aims to establish science-based approaches that recognize refrigerants as essential for meeting global climate goals while addressing environmental concerns.

Join us for an insightful conversation with Richard J. Fehir, Ph.D., Senior Chemist/Regulatory Scientist at B&C and The Acta Group, as he shares his unique career journey through both the Office of Pollution Prevention and Toxics (OPPT) and Office of Pesticide Programs (OPP) at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. Discover how his dual expertise in chemical regulation and pesticide programs positions him to provide exceptional scientific guidance to clients navigating complex environmental compliance c

In Keyport, New Jersey, ongoing concerns about cancer cases have left many residents wondering who could potentially be held responsible if environmental contamination is involved.

In Keyport, New Jersey, rising concerns about cancer cases, particularly along First Street, have left many residents questioning whether environmental factors may be contributing to these diagnoses.

This quarterly newsletter examines critical developments in chemical regulatory frameworks, covering litigation, legislative actions, and policy changes affecting manufacturers and importers. From EPA's implementation of TSCA's 10-year confidentiality limits to emerging state-level PFAS restrictions, the update provides essential guidance on compliance obligations across federal and international jurisdictions. The analysis addresses ongoing regulatory scrutiny of substances including per- and polyfluoroalk

The EPA has filed an administrative complaint against Wego Chemical Group for allegedly importing hundreds of millions of pounds of toxic chemicals from China since 2016 without meeting federal reporting requirements under TSCA.

The EPA has proposed two significant rules affecting PFAS drinking water standards: one offering water systems an optional two-year extension to comply with PFOA and PFOS limits until 2031, and another rescinding...

Chemical producers spend 50-70% of production costs on raw materials, yet procurement functions typically deliver only 2% in annual savings. What if there was a way to move beyond incremental improvements and unlock structural margin impact that compounds year over year?