Nanotechnology Panel

The American Chemistry Council’s Nanotechnology Panel is composed of companies engaged in the production, distribution, and/or use of chemicals with business interests in the products and applications of nanotechnology. The Panel is actively involved in advocating the use of information and the completion of research on nanomaterials that facilitate understanding and manage the health and environmental issues associated with nanoscale materials. 

Additionally, the panel promotes the responsible development of nanoscale materials in accordance with Responsible Care®, supports the use of existing regulatory frameworks for managing nanomaterials and seeks to engage other stakeholders in order to develop and maintain a public awareness and understanding of nanotechnology.

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Upcoming Workshops: National Nanotechnology Initiative

The Little Nano That Could [Yonge Street Media, 1/20/2010]

Carbon Nanotube Information
The Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) has requested information regarding analytical test methods, fate and transport in the environment, and other relevant information from manufacturers of carbon nanotubes.

ACC Nanotechnology Panel Statement Regarding EPA New Rules on Nanotubes
ACC commented on the U. S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) significant new rules (SNUR) on multi-walled carbon nanotubes and single-walled carbon nanotubes.

Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) Vision Paper "Responsible Development of Nanotechnology: Turning Vision into Reality."
This paper is the public-industry’s view on the future of nanotechnology.

ACC Supports the National Nanotechnology Initiative Amendments Act of 2009
This legislation (H.R.544) will strengthen and provide transparency in federal research efforts to understand the potential environmental, health, and safety risks of nanotechnology. » view a copy of the U.S. House of Representatives news release

ACC’s Nanotechnology Panel Releases Statement on EPA’s Interim Report on the Nanoscale Materials Stewardship Program
» view the Panel's statement | » view the Interim Report

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