Chemical Name: Decabromodiphenyl Ethane
Chemical Identifier: 84852-53-9
Federal Register Citation: 58 FR 51672 October 4 1993
Publication Date: October 4, 1993
Code of Federal Regulations: 40 CFR 721.536

Significant New Use Rule for Decabromodiphenyl ethane , 84852-53-9:

What is the Significant New Use Rule (SNUR)? SNUR following Consent Order. EPA placed limitations on the manufacturing, processing, or use of this chemical through a consent order under TSCA §5(e). Use of the chemical in a manner inconsistent with the Consent Order is a Significant New Use. Manufacturers and processors must notify EPA before the new use begins through submission of a Significant New Use Notice (SNUN) so that EPA has the opportunity to review and, if necessary, place restrictions on the new use.

Has the chemical been commenced?

PMN Number: P-89-0867

What are the health or environmental toxicity concerns?

Aquatic and/or terrestrial toxicity

Cancer effects

Developmental/reproduction

"Significant new uses" of this chemical, for which EPA would require notification (i.e., a "significant new use notice," or "SNUN") and Agency review, are:

Hazard communication (labeling, MSDS, precautionary statements, etc.)

Workplace protection (gloves, respirators, etc.)

There are___ SNUN(s) for this chemical.:

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