TSCA: a critical turning point

RobRob Benedict, Vice President for Petrochemicals and Midstream at American Fuel & Petrochemical Manufacturers (AFPM), guides us on the latest developments with the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA), which is at a critical turning point right now. Rob explains: What TSCA is and why it matters so much to the petrochemical and manufacturing sectors right now. The shift from a risk-based approach to a more hazard-based approach. What is at stake if TSCA continues to be implemented in a way that focuses on worst‑case or hypothetical scenarios rather than real‑world conditions. Why policymakers and the public should care about how TSCA is reauthorised and implemented. This episode of the Hydrocarbon Engineering Podcast is sponsored by ROCKWOOL Technical Insulation. Designed for durability and sustainability, ROCKWOOL’s high-performance stone wool insulation helps control process temperatures, reduce energy loss, mitigate corrosion under insulation, and enhance fire and acoustic protection. The result – safer operations, improved asset integrity, and long-term performance across critical process industries. Learn more at .