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Compliance

Compliance Guide for the Chemical Import Requirements of the Toxic Substances Control Act

The purpose of this guide is to help people who intend to import chemicals to better understand the applicable laws and regulations administered by the Environmental Protection Agency. Although this document briefly discusses other statues, its primary focus is the Toxic Substances Control Act. This document does not replace any Federal laws or regulations.

EPA Publication: EPA 305-B-08-001

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