Chemical Sector Warns EPA's Nano Data Rule Unclear, Faces Lawsuit Risk

November 24, 2015
A chemical industry attorney says EPA would likely face lawsuits if it finalizes its proposed nanoscale materials data collection rule without further consulting with industry, arguing the agency's public record supporting the plan lacks information to address criticism raised in comments -- though an environmentalist says further delay is unnecessary. "What the agency really needs is additional input and additional content" to clarify its proposal and improve the rule, the industry source says, adding that companies should have a chance...


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