Core Content
The final rule issued by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) has officially taken effect. This rule prohibits the use of methylene chloride in consumer products such as paint strippers and imposes strict restrictions on its industrial uses.
This move aims to protect the health of consumers and workers. However, as this solvent is widely used in multiple industries, it is strongly driving the R&D and market promotion of environmentally friendly alternative solvents—including modified products of N-methylpyrrolidone (NMP) and bio-based solvents.
Industry Impact
It has directly impacted the fields of paint strippers, metal cleaning, and some pharmaceutical intermediates, forcing downstream enterprises to accelerate formula switching and supply chain adjustments.
Post time: Oct-30-2025