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The growing concern in the United States about the safety of chemicals in our environment makes the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) a timely topic. TSCA is the primary vehicle for enabling the government to review most chemicals, other than foods, drugs, cosmetics and pesticides, before they are introduced into commerce. Last year's dramatic recall of children's toys tainted with lead has increased the calls for thorough information about the chemicals in our environment. In addition, the lightening speed of nanotechnology development threatens to leave regulators with very few tools to address the environmental and toxicological effects of nanomaterials. This book is a unique resource for lawyers and regulatory affairs specialists who need to understand the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), including the surrounding law, regulations and guidances. This volume includes a CD-ROM containing a broad array of resource materials, references to other supporting source materials, and p
This volume investigates the regulatory framework and legal mechanisms of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) as the primary instrument for chemical safety oversight in the United States. Authors Jean Warshaw and Miriam V. Gold provide a comprehensive analysis of the statute, examining how it functions to screen chemicals before they enter the commercial market. The text addresses the limitations of current regulatory tools in the face of emerging technologies like nanotechnology and public health crises involving hazardous materials.
What You Will Find
Legal professionals and regulatory affairs specialists utilize this volume as a foundational reference for interpreting the complexities of federal chemical oversight. Readers frequently note the technical density of the prose, which serves as a practical tool for those managing compliance and environmental law.
Page Count:
1016
Publication Date:
2010-07-01
Publisher:
Oxford University Press
ISBN-10:
0195388623
ISBN-13:
9780195388626
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