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Information Collection

OPPT's TSCA Sections 8 data gathering activities provide data that EPA and others utilize to identify, assess, manage, and reduce actual or potential risks posed by exposure to existing chemical substances. The information obtained via Section 8 reporting is also valuable in helping EPA carry out its chemical testing mandate under Section 4 of TSCA. Sections 8 information gathering activities fall into the following general categories:

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Download the PAIR Form Filing Package (PDF, 15 pp., 516 KB)

General Information Gathering Authority (Section 8(a))

Allegations of Significant Adverse Reactions (Section 8(c))

Unpublished Health and Safety Studies (Section 8(d))

Substantial Risk Information (Section 8(e))

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