##  [EPA TSCA Peer Review: HHCB (Fragrance) and Phthalic Anhydride Risk Evaluations Open for Comment](/consumer-industry-news/epa-tsca-peer-review-hhcb-fragrance-and-phthalic-anhydride-risk-evaluations-open-for-comment) 

April 10, 2026

EPA placed draft risk evaluations for HHCB (a fragrance ingredient in air care and cleaning products) and phthalic anhydride (used in paints, coatings, and plastics) for peer review. Public comments due 45 days after Federal Register publication.



Source

[https://www.epa.gov/chemicals-under-tsca/epa-takes-next-step-tsca-review-four-c…](https://www.epa.gov/chemicals-under-tsca/epa-takes-next-step-tsca-review-four-chemicals-better-protect-workers-families)

 

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HHCB; Fragrance; Phthalic Anhydride; TSCA Risk Evaluation; Peer Review