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*The following is an explanatory article about TSCA.
Did you know that materials used in electronic devices are subject to regulation in the United States?
Bottom line: TSCA is a law governing the manufacture, import, and use of chemical substances in the United States, and imposes reporting requirements and usage restrictions on certain substances.
TSCA (Toxic Substances Control Act) is a chemical substance control law administered by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
Manufacturers involved in the export or procurement of electronic equipment must thoroughly check whether the products contain any of the substances subject to the law.
When it is necessary to check the ingredients contained in resin materials, flame retardants, and additives
The plastics, paints, adhesives, etc. used in electronic devices and cables contain many chemicals such as flame retardants and plasticizers .
Some of these substances are subject to use restrictions and reporting requirements imposed by TSCA.
Among the most important provisions of TSCA are:
TSCA Section 6 (Restrictions on Hazardous Substances)
The EPA can impose restrictions or bans on substances that are determined to pose a risk based on scientific evidence.
From 2021 onwards, the following chemicals will be subject to regulation under Section 6:
| Target substances | Main uses | remarks |
|---|---|---|
| PIP (3:1) | Flame retardants and plasticizers | Plastic parts and cables |
| DecaBDE | flame retardants | Plastic housings and circuit boards |
| HBCD | flame retardants | Insulation materials such as styrofoam |
| TCE | cleaning agents | Semiconductor and metal processing |
The use of these substances may result in export restrictions and prior reporting requirements for the U.S. market .
EPA reporting requirements and record keeping are also important
Under TSCA, manufacturers and importers may be required to report to the EPA if their products contain regulated substances .
In addition, even if the product is not subject to the law, there are cases where it is required to retain records and proof of product design .
We are entering an era where compliance with global regulations such as RoHS and REACH is required
TSCA is a US regulation, but there are many substances that overlap with regulations in other regions, such as RoHS (EU) and REACH (EU) .
When expanding our products globally, it is important to have a comprehensive understanding of the environmental regulations in each region .
summary
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TSCA is a chemical substance control law in the United States.
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Section 6 prohibits or restricts the use of certain chemicals.
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When exporting, it may be necessary to confirm the ingredients used and report them to the EPA.
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Management in conjunction with international regulations such as REACH and RoHS is essential
If you have any questions about checking products or materials that require TSCA compliance or investigating ingredient content, please feel free to contact us.
