TCEP is a toxic “forever chemical,” often used in paints, aerospace products, fabrics, textiles and construction materials to make them less likely to burn.
EPA is accepting public comment over the next two months on a draft flame retardant risk evaluation, as part of a determination about whether new restrictions should be placed on the use of TCEP.
While infant exposure to flame retardant substances is primarily through breast milk, adults also face risks from inhaling or ingesting the toxic chemicals.
The EPA has determined uses of some flame retardants which use the chemical HBCD may pose an unreasonable risk to workers in some uses.
