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EPA publishes new default values/assumptions used in TSCA new chemical risk assessments (New Chemicals Division reference library)
EPA released technical resources describing common/default values used in TSCA new chemical risk assessments (e.g., occupational exposure and environmental release assumptions). While not a binding rule, the defaults are operationally important for PMN/SNUN submitters because they can affect EPA’s exposure estimates and risk determinations and therefore the quality and predictability of submissions and any resulting risk management measures.
EPA Federal Register notice details process for TSCA CBI claims expiring starting June 2026 (CDX notices, public lists, and extension requests)
EPA published a Federal Register notice and supporting EPA webpage describing the process for upcoming expirations of TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims beginning in June 2026. EPA indicates it will (1) post the first public list of TSCA submissions with CBI claims expiring starting in June 2026 (planned for early spring 2026) and (2) send direct notifications to affected submitters via CDX. To maintain protection, submitters must file an extension request via CDX with required substantiation no later than 30 days prior to the claim’s expiration date. EPA also states it is developing a new CDX tool to collect extension requests and expects it to be available before June 2026; if delayed, EPA will post an update on the TSCA CBI website. Compliance teams should inventory affected TSCA submissions, monitor EPA’s posted lists/notifications, and prepare substantiation packages to meet the 30‑day pre-expiration submission timing.
EPA provides update and Federal Register notice on expiration/extension process for TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims expiring starting June 2026
EPA published an update and accompanying Federal Register notice describing how it will implement expiration and extension procedures for TSCA CBI claims. EPA stated it will post lists of submissions with expiring CBI claims (first list in early spring 2026) and notify submitters via CDX; companies seeking to extend CBI protection must submit extension requests through CDX no later than 30 days before the claim expiration date with required substantiation. If no timely extension request is received, EPA may no longer be required to safeguard the information. Compliance teams should inventory TSCA submissions with CBI claims approaching the 10-year expiration window and prepare substantiations and CDX processes to file extension requests on time.
EPA publishes process update and Federal Register notice on expiring TSCA CBI claims beginning June 2026 (extensions via CDX required)
EPA announced (and published a Federal Register notice describing) the process it will use to notify submitters of upcoming TSCA confidential business information (CBI) claim expirations (generally 10 years after submission, under the 2016 TSCA amendments). EPA states the first expirations will begin in June 2026 and that it will post public lists of TSCA submissions with expiring claims (starting in spring 2026) and send direct notices via EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX). To maintain confidentiality, companies must submit an extension request through CDX with required substantiation no later than 30 days before the claim’s expiration date. Compliance teams should inventory TSCA submissions with CBI claims, ensure CDX access/roles are in place, and prepare substantiation workflows ahead of the spring 2026 public list postings.
EPA issues Federal Register notice and EPA webpage update detailing process for expiring TSCA CBI claims beginning June 2026 (CDX extension requests required)
EPA published an official process/timeline update for confidential business information (CBI) claims under TSCA that will begin expiring starting June 2026 (generally 10 years after submission). EPA explains it will post (in early spring) a first public list of submissions with expiring CBI claims, and will send direct notices via EPA’s CDX system. Companies seeking to maintain confidentiality must submit extension requests electronically via CDX no later than 30 days before the specific claim expiration date, including substantiation. This is operationally significant for TSCA compliance teams managing CBI portfolios and ensuring timely substantiation/extension workflows.
EPA issues process update for expiring TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims beginning June 2026 (CDX extension requests required)
EPA published an implementation/process update describing how it will handle the first wave of TSCA CBI claim expirations beginning in June 2026 (reflecting TSCA’s 10-year sunset for many non-exempt CBI claims). EPA states it will (1) post lists (early spring) of TSCA submissions with CBI claims expiring starting June 2026 and (2) notify submitters via EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX). To maintain confidentiality, submitters must file CBI extension requests electronically via CDX no later than 30 days before the claim’s expiration and provide substantiation; otherwise EPA may disclose the information. EPA also indicates it is developing a new CDX tool for these extension requests and intends it to be ready before June 2026.
Federal Register notice publishes TSCA Section 5 statements of findings for certain new chemicals/significant new uses (July–September 2025)
EPA issued a Federal Register notice compiling TSCA Section 5 statements of findings for certain new chemicals or significant new uses covering July 2025 through September 2025. This notice provides transparency on EPA determinations for PMNs/SNUNs/MCANs and can be used by compliance teams to monitor trends in EPA findings and potential consent order/SNUR patterns affecting future submissions.
EU 'One Substance, One Assessment' (OSOA) package enters into force, impacting RoHS scientific/technical tasking arrangements
The European Commission announced that the EU 'One Substance, One Assessment' (OSOA) package entered into force on 1 January 2026. While horizontal in nature, OSOA is relevant to RoHS because it changes governance and how scientific/technical work that underpins chemicals legislation is organised (including re-attribution of certain technical tasks to ECHA and creation of a common chemicals data platform). Compliance teams should monitor downstream impacts on RoHS restriction/exemption assessment workflows, evidence expectations, and process/timeline changes as OSOA implementation progresses.
FHWA Updates Multiple BABA Q&A Documents
FHWA updated multiple Q&A documents on January 5, 2026, covering the Manufactured Products Final Rule, general FHWA Buy America Federal-aid Program, BABA requirements for different time periods (pre-October 23, 2023; on/after October 23, 2023 before March 20, 2025; on/after March 20, 2025), and De Minimis Costs and Small Grants waivers. These guidance documents clarify implementation of Buy America requirements for Federal-aid highway projects.
EPA publishes process and timeline for expiring TSCA CBI claims beginning June 2026 (extension requests via CDX)
EPA published an update describing how it will implement TSCA’s 10-year expiration of most confidential business information (CBI) claims and how submitters can request extensions. EPA states the first CBI claims will begin expiring in June 2026. EPA plans to post (in early spring 2026) a public list of TSCA submissions with CBI claims expiring starting June 2026 and to send direct notices via EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX). To maintain confidentiality, submitters must file an extension request via CDX no later than 30 days before the claim’s expiration date and provide substantiation. Compliance teams should identify TSCA submissions with CBI claims approaching the 10-year mark, prepare substantiation materials, and ensure CDX access/workflows are in place to meet the “30 days before expiration” timing described by EPA.
FHWA updates BABA Q&As for Federal-aid highway projects (construction materials definitions and manufactured products phase-in dates)
FHWA published an updated Q&A document explaining how BABA/OMB guidance applies to FHWA Federal-aid highway projects. The Q&As clarify construction material coverage and definitions (including required U.S. manufacturing processes consistent with 2 CFR 184.6) and address classification issues (e.g., when combined materials become manufactured products and interactions with iron/steel content). The document reiterates the staged manufactured-products requirements tied to FHWA’s rescission of the manufactured products general waiver: for projects obligated on/after Oct 1, 2025, final assembly must occur in the U.S.; for projects obligated on/after Oct 1, 2026, final assembly plus >55% U.S. component cost applies. Compliance teams should use the updated Q&As to validate material/product classification, supplier declarations, and contract flow-downs for FHWA-funded work.
EPA publishes process update for expiring TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims beginning June 2026 (extension requests via CDX)
EPA published an update describing how it will notify submitters about TSCA CBI claims that will begin expiring starting June 2026 and how to maintain protection. EPA indicates it will (1) post public lists of submissions with expiring claims beginning in early spring 2026, (2) send direct notices via EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX), and (3) require companies seeking to maintain protection to submit an extension request (with substantiation) via CDX no later than 30 days before the claim’s expiration date. This affects companies relying on TSCA CBI protections and requires internal tracking of claim expiration dates and preparation of substantiation packages for timely extension requests.
EPA publishes expiring TSCA CBI claims list and launches CDX tool for Section 14(e) CBI claim extensions
EPA announced the release of a public list of TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims scheduled to expire (initially covering claims expiring June 22, 2026 through July 31, 2026) and stated the list will be refreshed monthly. EPA also described the process for maintaining confidentiality by submitting an extension request and substantiation electronically via CDX no later than 30 days before the claim expires, including use of a new “TSCA Section 14(e) CBI Claim Extension Request” tool. Compliance teams should inventory TSCA submissions with CBI claims, confirm responsible CDX accounts/contacts, and prepare substantiation packages ahead of claim expiration dates to avoid loss of confidential status.
EPA provides process update on expiring TSCA CBI claims beginning June 2026 and extension timing via CDX
EPA issued an implementation/process update explaining how it will notify submitters of expiring TSCA Confidential Business Information (CBI) claims (generally expiring 10 years after submission), noting that expirations for claims submitted shortly after the 2016 TSCA amendments will begin in June 2026. EPA emphasized that companies seeking to maintain CBI protection must submit extension requests via CDX with substantiation no later than 30 days prior to the expiration date. Compliance teams should review internal TSCA submission inventories and set controls to ensure timely CDX extension filings to avoid loss of CBI protections.
EPA publishes process and timeline for expiring TSCA CBI claims beginning June 2026 (extension requests via CDX)
EPA published an implementation/process update for Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) confidential business information (CBI) claims that will begin expiring starting June 2026 under TSCA §14(e). EPA indicates it will post public lists of TSCA submissions with expiring CBI claims (expected in early spring) and also send direct notifications via EPA’s Central Data Exchange (CDX). To maintain CBI protection, companies must submit an extension request electronically via CDX no later than 30 days before the claim expiration date and include substantiation. EPA also notes it is developing a new CDX tool to support extension requests ahead of the June 2026 expiration wave. Compliance teams should identify TSCA submissions with expiring claims (including via TSCA Inventory resources) and prepare substantiation and CDX workflows to avoid inadvertent public disclosure.
EPA publishes process update for TSCA confidential business information (CBI) claim expirations beginning June 2026 (extension requests via CDX)
EPA published an implementation/process update describing how it will notify submitters about TSCA confidential business information (CBI) claims expiring starting June 2026 and how to request extensions. EPA indicates it will post lists of submissions with expiring claims (and send notices via CDX), and that extension requests must be submitted electronically via CDX no later than 30 days prior to the claim’s expiration, including substantiation. Compliance teams should inventory existing TSCA CBI claims, establish monitoring for EPA’s posted lists/notices, and prepare substantiated extension requests where ongoing confidentiality is needed.
Minnesota PFAS in Products Reporting Rule (Amara's Law) – PFAS reporting requirement for manufacturers of products containing intentionally added PFAS.
Under Amara’s Law, the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) requires manufacturers of products containing intentionally added per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) to report product and chemical information to the state. The MPCA has extended the initial reporting deadline to allow additional time for manufacturers to collect supply chain data and prepare disclosures. The initial PFAS report is due by July 1, 2026, with subsequent reports required annually by February 1.
Defra opens consultation on potential amendments to the Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) Regulation 2026
Defra opened a public consultation seeking views on proposals and policy options to amend the UK POPs regulatory regime in upcoming legislation ("POPs Regulation 2026" amendments). This is relevant to Stockholm Convention compliance because the UK POPs regime is the domestic implementing framework for Stockholm Convention obligations. Compliance teams with UK market exposure should review proposed changes during the consultation window and prepare for potential updates to substance controls, waste POPs requirements, and compliance documentation expectations once finalized.
EPA final rule adds sodium perfluorohexanesulfonate (PFHxS‑Na) to the Toxics Release Inventory (TRI) as a chemical of special concern
EPA finalized the addition of sodium perfluorohexanesulfonate (PFHxS‑Na) to the TRI list as a PFAS chemical of special concern. TRI-covered facilities that manufacture, process, or otherwise use PFHxS‑Na must begin tracking for Reporting Year 2026 (starting Jan 1, 2026). The research summary indicates a 100 lb threshold and first TRI reporting due July 1, 2027, which compliance teams should incorporate into TRI applicability screening, supplier data collection, and environmental reporting workflows.
EU publishes COM(2026)51 register entry for proposed Council Decision to submit TBPH listing proposal under the Stockholm Convention (Annex A or B)
The European Commission documents a proposal (COM(2026)51) for a Council Decision on submitting, on behalf of the European Union, a proposal to list bis(2-ethylhexyl) tetrabromophthalate (TBPH) under the Stockholm Convention in Annex A (elimination) or Annex B (restriction). If advanced through the Convention process and adopted by Parties, a TBPH listing could trigger global controls and subsequent EU implementing measures. Compliance teams should track progress as it may affect flame retardant use in products and supply chains.