EPA proposes changes to TSCA §8(a)(7) PFAS one-time reporting rule (40 CFR Part 705) to add exemptions and adjust reporting mechanics

EPA issued a proposed rule to amend the TSCA §8(a)(7) one-time PFAS data reporting and recordkeeping rule (40 CFR Part 705). The proposal would narrow/clarify reporting scope via exemptions and technical adjustments (e.g., de minimis concentration concepts, treatment of imported articles, certain byproducts/impurities/R&D/non-isolated intermediates) and may adjust submission mechanics/timeframes. Compliance teams should assess whether their PFAS activities (manufacture, import, processing, articles) would become exempt or otherwise have altered reporting burden if finalized, and consider submitting comments during the open consultation window.