They are highly regulated chemicals under the authority of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) and other government agencies. Federal authorities have set exposure safety limits for aliphatic diisocyanates emissions to protect both workers in production facilities and surrounding communities. The environment, health and safety benchmarks are based on science and reviewed by government officials with the goal of protecting workers and communities. Companies can face significant civil and criminal penalties for noncompliance.
To learn more about chemical safety policies and regulations, including the modernization of the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), visit the Chemical Management section of the ACC website. There you can learn more about chemical safety, including the federal laws that cover the safe use of chemical products.
You may also want to visit the Consumer Safety and Aliphatic Diisocyanates, Environmental Stewardship and Fast Facts and Frequently Asked Questions sections of this ADI website.