EPAProposed Rule
Hydrogen Fluoride; TSCA Section 21 Petition for Rulemaking Under TSCA Section 6; Reasons for Agency Response; Denial of Requested Rulemaking; Petition; reasons for Agency response
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Summary
The EPA has decided not to create new rules regulating hydrogen fluoride, a chemical used in manufacturing and industry, after someone petitioned the agency to do so. The EPA explained its reasons for this decision in this document.
Key Points
- 1Someone asked the EPA to write new safety rules for hydrogen fluoride, a dangerous chemical used in oil refining and other industrial processes
- 2The EPA decided against creating these new rules and explained why they don't believe additional regulation is necessary at this time
- 3Hydrogen fluoride is already regulated under existing EPA laws and safety standards
- 4This decision affects chemical manufacturers and industries that use hydrogen fluoride in their operations
- 5The EPA's explanation helps the public and businesses understand the current level of oversight for this hazardous chemical
Key Dates
Published
May 15, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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