Sungreen Cloud Classroom | What are U.S. EPA and TSCA certifications? Which products need to be registered for EPA and TSCA?
# EPA Certification
01 What is EPA?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification is a certification that a product or service has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as meeting EPA standards in terms of its emission performance, chemical composition, or other aspects. This certification is not only a sign, but also the embodiment of corporate environmental responsibility, and has played a positive role in promoting the cause of environmental protection. It is hoped that both enterprises and consumers can attach importance to EPA certification and jointly contribute to the cause of environmental protection.
02 Scope of Application
EPA certification applies to a wide range of products and services, especially those with significant environmental impact or potential risks. The following are the common types of products that require EPA certification and the areas they range and cover:
· Engine equipment
· chemicals
· pesticide
·Antibacterials and disinfectants
· Water treatment equipment
· Electronic equipment
03 Certification Process
1. Obtain Company No. Online. Foreign companies require U.S. representative information
2. Apply for Establishment No.
3. Complete the Annual Report declaration
4. For non-devices, the product needs to obtain Registration No. Before completing the Annual Report, and the manufacturer needs to prepare relevant technical documents to complete the EPA assessment before obtaining Registration No.
04 Information required by EPA
1. Company information
2. Manufacturer information
3. United States representative information
4. Previous year's output
For non-device products, the following information should also be submitted:
1. Product data
2. Ingredient formula
3. Product label
Note: EPA is applied by the manufacturer of the port of shipment in advance, and whether it is necessary for final customs clearance must be confirmed separately according to the performance and use of the product.
The EPA classifies disinfection products into disinfectants (containing active ingredients), disinfection devices (containing no active ingredients and relying on physical principles to sterilize disinfection), and composite devices (which can be sterilized by physical principles or by active agents).
# TSCA authentication
01 What is TSCA Authentication
TSCA certification refers to the certification of chemical management and compliance under the Toxic Substances Control Act. TSCA is implemented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to control and regulate chemicals circulating in the U.S. market to ensure that their potential harm to the environment and human health is minimized.
TSCA is a regulation that requires manufacturers, importers, and distributors to report information to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and ensure that these chemicals meet safety standards before they produce or import new, existing, or chemical-related products. The aim is to prevent harmful chemicals that could cause harm to health or the environment from entering the market.
02 Importance of TSCA certification
Legal Compliance: All chemicals on the U.S. market must comply with the requirements of the TSCA Act and meet its chemical registration and evaluation standards, otherwise the product cannot legally enter the market and may even face the risk of fines or forced removal from the market.
Environmental and Health protection: TSCA certification ensures that chemicals on the market do not pose unacceptable risks to public health and the environment. It reduces potential health hazards through the safety assessment and regulatory control of chemicals.
Market access: Chemicals certified by TSCA can successfully enter the U.S. market, and companies can legally sell their chemical products in the United States to avoid market barriers caused by non-compliance.
Enhance product competitiveness: TSCA certified products usually have a high market reputation, can enhance the company's brand image and consumer trust.
03 Application scope of TSCA authentication
New chemicals: All new chemicals planned to enter the U.S. market require TSCA registration and approval.
Existing chemicals: While most existing chemicals are already on the TSCA list, there is still a need to regularly report their use to EPA and ensure they meet current safety standards.
Other related products: Certain chemical-related products (such as chemical feedstocks, additives, etc.) are also subject to TSCA regulations.
04 TSCA Authentication Process
New Chemical Notification (PMN) : Prior to manufacturing or importing a new chemical, companies are required to submit a PMN to EPA detailing the nature, use, and potential risks of the chemical.
2. EPA Review: EPA will review the PMN submitted, assess the chemical's potential health and environmental risks, and determine whether to allow it to enter the market.
3. Continued monitoring and reporting: Even if approved, companies need to regularly report on production volumes, usage, potential risks and other information to ensure continued compliance.
Tip: At present, if TSCA is involved, it is initially necessary to fill in the corresponding product description document for import declaration. For example, the local customs needs to provide the corresponding TSCA document or the complete TSCA approval information. TSCA is applied by the manufacturer of the port of shipment in advance, and whether it is necessary for final customs clearance must be confirmed separately for the performance and use of the product.
Us Tariff inquiry:
01 What is EPA?
Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) certification is a certification that a product or service has been recognized by the United States Environmental Protection Agency as meeting EPA standards in terms of its emission performance, chemical composition, or other aspects. This certification is not only a sign, but also the embodiment of corporate environmental responsibility, and has played a positive role in promoting the cause of environmental protection. It is hoped that both enterprises and consumers can attach importance to EPA certification and jointly contribute to the cause of environmental protection.
02 Scope of Application
EPA certification applies to a wide range of products and services, especially those with significant environmental impact or potential risks. The following are the common types of products that require EPA certification and the areas they range and cover:
· Engine equipment
· chemicals
· pesticide
·Antibacterials and disinfectants
· Water treatment equipment
· Electronic equipment
03 Certification Process
1. Obtain Company No. Online. Foreign companies require U.S. representative information
2. Apply for Establishment No.
3. Complete the Annual Report declaration
4. For non-devices, the product needs to obtain Registration No. Before completing the Annual Report, and the manufacturer needs to prepare relevant technical documents to complete the EPA assessment before obtaining Registration No.
04 Information required by EPA
1. Company information
2. Manufacturer information
3. United States representative information
4. Previous year's output
For non-device products, the following information should also be submitted:
1. Product data
2. Ingredient formula
3. Product label
Note: EPA is applied by the manufacturer of the port of shipment in advance, and whether it is necessary for final customs clearance must be confirmed separately according to the performance and use of the product.
The EPA classifies disinfection products into disinfectants (containing active ingredients), disinfection devices (containing no active ingredients and relying on physical principles to sterilize disinfection), and composite devices (which can be sterilized by physical principles or by active agents).
# TSCA authentication
01 What is TSCA Authentication
TSCA certification refers to the certification of chemical management and compliance under the Toxic Substances Control Act. TSCA is implemented by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) to control and regulate chemicals circulating in the U.S. market to ensure that their potential harm to the environment and human health is minimized.
TSCA is a regulation that requires manufacturers, importers, and distributors to report information to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and ensure that these chemicals meet safety standards before they produce or import new, existing, or chemical-related products. The aim is to prevent harmful chemicals that could cause harm to health or the environment from entering the market.
02 Importance of TSCA certification
Legal Compliance: All chemicals on the U.S. market must comply with the requirements of the TSCA Act and meet its chemical registration and evaluation standards, otherwise the product cannot legally enter the market and may even face the risk of fines or forced removal from the market.
Environmental and Health protection: TSCA certification ensures that chemicals on the market do not pose unacceptable risks to public health and the environment. It reduces potential health hazards through the safety assessment and regulatory control of chemicals.
Market access: Chemicals certified by TSCA can successfully enter the U.S. market, and companies can legally sell their chemical products in the United States to avoid market barriers caused by non-compliance.
Enhance product competitiveness: TSCA certified products usually have a high market reputation, can enhance the company's brand image and consumer trust.
03 Application scope of TSCA authentication
New chemicals: All new chemicals planned to enter the U.S. market require TSCA registration and approval.
Existing chemicals: While most existing chemicals are already on the TSCA list, there is still a need to regularly report their use to EPA and ensure they meet current safety standards.
Other related products: Certain chemical-related products (such as chemical feedstocks, additives, etc.) are also subject to TSCA regulations.
04 TSCA Authentication Process
New Chemical Notification (PMN) : Prior to manufacturing or importing a new chemical, companies are required to submit a PMN to EPA detailing the nature, use, and potential risks of the chemical.
2. EPA Review: EPA will review the PMN submitted, assess the chemical's potential health and environmental risks, and determine whether to allow it to enter the market.
3. Continued monitoring and reporting: Even if approved, companies need to regularly report on production volumes, usage, potential risks and other information to ensure continued compliance.
Tip: At present, if TSCA is involved, it is initially necessary to fill in the corresponding product description document for import declaration. For example, the local customs needs to provide the corresponding TSCA document or the complete TSCA approval information. TSCA is applied by the manufacturer of the port of shipment in advance, and whether it is necessary for final customs clearance must be confirmed separately for the performance and use of the product.
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