On March 8, 2022, the United States’ Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule to further extend the compliance date for phenol, isopropylated phosphate [PIP (3:1)].

According to the latest final rule, the prohibitions on all processing and distribution in commerce of PIP (3:1) for use in articles and PIP (3:1)-containing articles will become effective on October 31, 2024. In addition, the recordkeeping requirements for manufacturers, processers and distributors of PIP (3:1)-containing articles to maintain ordinary business records will also become effective on October 31, 2024.

The phase-in prohibitions for PIP (3:1) specific uses in photographic printing and adhesives and sealants remain no change and you could find more requirement information for EPA 40 CFR 751 Subpart E Persistent, Bioaccumulative and Toxic (PBT) Chemicals under Section 6(h) of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) from below link:

https://www.intertek.com.cn/eninfo_itemid_171970_lcid_40.html

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