415 new chemicals, representing 95.2% of active PMN cases, have been under EPA review for more than 90 days. The 90-day backlog of PMN cases increased by 2.5% since March 13, 2025.
365-Day Backlog
298 active PMN cases, or 68.3%, have been under review for 365 days or more. The 365-day backlog has increased by 1.01% since March 13, 2025.
Delays in TSCA New Chemical Reviews and U.S. Manufacturing
As the demand for innovative chemistries grows, the backlog of new chemicals awaiting TSCA review beyond the 90-day period is impeding investments in the production of new and innovative chemicals here in the United States.
70% of ACC member companies surveyed reported choosing to introduce new chemicals outside the U.S. due to uncertainties and challenges with the EPA’s New Chemicals Program.
Since June 22, 2016, there have been 36 PMN reviews completed within the 90-Day TSCA-mandated review period.
Read ACC’s backgrounder on EPA’s TSCA New Chemicals Program