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ACC Comments on the Charge Questions and Committee Task for Peer Review of Draft Formaldehyde Assessment 

As the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA” or “the Agency”) prepares to release an updated draft assessment of formaldehyde under the Integrated Risk Information System (IRIS) for public comment and independent peer review by the National Academies of Science, Engineering, and Medicine (“NAS”), the American Chemistry Council (“ACC”) Formaldehyde Panel (“the Panel”) asks you to take steps to ensure transparency and public participation in the development of “charge” questions and the committee task.

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The American Chemistry Council’s mission is to advocate for the people, policy, and products of chemistry that make the United States the global leader in innovation and manufacturing. To achieve this, we: Champion science-based policy solutions across all levels of government; Drive continuous performance improvement to protect employees and communities through Responsible Care®; Foster the development of sustainability practices throughout ACC member companies; and Communicate authentically with communities about challenges and solutions for a safer, healthier and more sustainable way of life. Our vision is a world made better by chemistry, where people live happier, healthier, and more prosperous lives, safely and sustainably—for generations to come.