Litigation and Compliance Impacts of Proposed Ethylene Oxide Regulations Based on Flawed Science
By Heather Lynch, MPH, DABT, Principal, Toxicology, Health, and Ecological Science
This article was first published in the June edition of DRI’s For the Defense Publication. Access the full issue here.
Recently proposed ethylene oxide regulations have sparked debate, with many experts questioning the scientific basis of these rules. In the article “Litigation and Compliance Impacts of Proposed Ethylene Oxide Regulations Based on Flawed Science,” authors Robert E. Johnston, David Fusco, Heather Lynch, and Aleksandra Rybicki provide an in-depth examination of the potential legal and compliance challenges that could arise from these regulations. They explore how flawed scientific assessments have led to these proposals and discuss the profound implications for businesses that rely on ethylene oxide for sterilization and other industrial applications.
This comprehensive analysis examines the contentious scientific evidence underlying the proposed regulations, highlighting key studies and expert opinions that challenge the EPA’s findings. The authors also outline the possible litigation risks and compliance hurdles that industries may face, emphasizing the importance of robust scientific evaluation in regulatory decision-making. Read the full article to gain insights into the arguments against the proposed regulations and their possible impact on your business.