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Published on December 14, 2023 - 21:13 GMT

EPA prioritizes vinyl chloride for TSCA risk evaluation, same chemical that burned in Ohio train disaster

Cancer-causing vinyl chloride is a key ingredient in production of PVC plastic, used in building materials and packaging; Public health groups call for ban WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, December 14, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the U.S. EPA …

Distribution channels: Building & Construction Industry, Chemical Industry ...

Published on July 19, 2023 - 20:04 GMT

New study reveals unregulated toxic chemicals are building up in people

Testing of breast milk finds unregulated flame retardants for the first time, while banned substances are decreasing. SEATTLE, WA, USA, July 19, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new peer-reviewed study in Environmental Pollution reveals that unregulated …

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Published on May 16, 2023 - 06:43 GMT

Strongest law in the U.S. regulating toxic chemicals in cosmetics signed by Washington State Governor today

Washington’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act bans more chemicals of concern in beauty and personal care products than any other state or federal law. OLYMPIA, WA, USA, May 16, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (HB 1047)—sponsored …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Chemical Industry ...

Published on April 13, 2023 - 20:56 GMT

New investigation uncovers largest polluters of vinyl chloride in U.S. & toxic impacts of making PVC plastics

Five companies collectively produce more than 10 billion pounds of vinyl chloride in a year in the U.S. WASHINGTON, DC, USA, April 13, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new investigation released today by Toxic-Free Future titled "PVC Poison Plastic…

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Published on March 13, 2023 - 22:08 GMT

More than 100 groups demand EPA conduct dioxin testing in areas impacted by the East Palestine train derailment

Experts & advocates urge EPA to make a deeper commitment to protecting impacted communities by conducting comprehensive & transparent process of dioxin testing EAST PALESTINE, OH, USA, March 13, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, River Valley …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Emergency Services ...

Published on March 2, 2023 - 07:58 GMT

Washington State’s Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act passes House of Representatives, moves to Senate

If passed, first-ever bill will be the strongest state law in the country regulating toxic chemicals in cosmetics OLYMPIA, WA, USA, March 2, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, the Toxic-Free Cosmetics Act (HB 1047)—sponsored by Washington State …

Distribution channels: Beauty & Hair Care, Chemical Industry ...

Published on February 22, 2023 - 13:12 GMT

REI announces it will ban PFAS in all textiles

New commitment follows nationwide campaign & state regulatory actions SEATTLE, WA, USA, February 22, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yesterday, leading outdoor retailer REI announced it will ban PFAS "forever chemicals" (per- and …

Distribution channels: Consumer Goods, Environment ...

Published on February 6, 2023 - 17:33 GMT

New analysis: PFAS “forever chemical” policies will dominate in states nationwide in 2023

Addressing plastic pollution & toxic chemicals in cosmetics are also expected to be key focus areas for many state policies this year. PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, February 6, 2023 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Safer States released its 2023 …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Energy Industry ...

Published on September 30, 2022 - 21:48 GMT

California Governor signs first-in-nation ban on PFAS “forever chemicals” in textiles

Restrictions on PFAS in cosmetics also signed into law. Health advocates nationwide applaud the move & anticipate more government & corporate policies to follow PORTLAND, OR, UNITED STATES, September 30, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Yesterday, …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Environment ...

Published on August 26, 2022 - 18:22 GMT

EPA Announces “Hazardous Substance” Designation for Two PFAS Chemicals

Toxic-Free Future applauds the move and urges continued action to end the use of PFAS WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, August 26, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This morning, the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a proposed rule …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Environment ...

Published on July 22, 2022 - 15:26 GMT

Walmart removes nearly 37 million pounds of toxic “priority chemicals” from its products

Health advocates praise Walmart for its marketplace leadership in toxic chemical reductions and urge other retailers to follow SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Walmart recently published an update to its Environmental, …

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Published on July 20, 2022 - 15:19 GMT

100+ groups from across the country urge Congress to ban toxic PFAS in food packaging

Currently 11 states and 22 retailers have policies that ban PFAS "forever chemicals" in food packaging WASHINGTON, DC, USA, July 20, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- More than 100 environmental health-focused groups from across the country sent a …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Environment ...

Published on March 24, 2022 - 11:56 GMT

Burger King announces global ban of toxic “forever chemicals” in food packaging

RBI commits to eliminating PFAS in food packaging by 2025 in all stores worldwide; Health advocates urge Congress to pass federal ban WASHINGTON, DC, USA, March 24, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today, Restaurant Brands International (RBI) announced that …

Distribution channels: Business & Economy, Chemical Industry ...

Published on February 8, 2022 - 00:32 GMT

Best Buy restricts toxic chemicals in its Exclusive Brand televisions

Company announces first-ever retail restriction on organohalogen flame retardants in its exclusive brand televisions. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, February 7, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Best Buy has announced a major new commitment to healthy products: …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Electronics Industry ...

Published on February 3, 2022 - 14:33 GMT

New analysis: “forever chemicals” regulation & clean-up will significantly drive 2022 state policies on toxic chemicals

At least 32 states will consider more than 210 bills on toxic chemical policies WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, February 3, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Safer States today released its 2022 analysis of anticipated state policies across the country on …

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Published on January 26, 2022 - 11:52 GMT

New study finds toxic chemicals in most products labeled stain- or water-resistant

PFAS “forever chemicals” found in rain jackets, hiking pants, mattress pads, comforters, napkins & tablecloths. Report also reveals PFAS-free items are in use. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, January 26, 2022 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new study released …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Consumer Goods ...

Published on September 16, 2021 - 10:29 GMT

New investigation: U.S. manufacturing facility released a potent climate pollutant equivalent to 1 billion pounds of CO2

Daikin America facilities in Alabama are a major source of toxic PFAS pollution and ozone-depleting chemicals. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, September 16, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new investigative report, released today by Toxic-Free Future, reveals …

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Published on May 13, 2021 - 11:19 GMT

New Study: 100% of breast milk samples tested positive for toxic “forever chemicals”

New study finds that newer PFAS chemicals build up in people, despite opposite claims made by the chemical industry. SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, May 13, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today a new study finding toxic chemicals in 100% of breast milk samples …

Distribution channels: Chemical Industry, Culture, Society & Lifestyle ...

Published on March 30, 2021 - 07:36 GMT

New Study finds Nearly 70% of Companies Surveyed Have Improved Toxic Chemical Safety Programs

Mind the Store's Retailer Report Card evaluates the chemical policies and practices of 50 retail chains covering more than 200,000 stores in the U.S. & Canada. WASHINGTON, D.C., UNITED STATES, March 30, 2021 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new report …

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