DINP, one of the world’s most widely used plasticizers, received a mostly positive regulatory review from the EPA. The agency concluded that the majority of applications are safe, with risks identified only in a small percentage of uses—primarily industrial spraying of adhesives, paints, and coatings without proper protective gear. Manufacturers are relieved, as these risk categories account for a minor share of U.S. production. Read more about DINP’s regulatory approval | EPA risk evaluation details

Tariff Legality, Negotiations Front of Mind
Now overshadowed by questions of the legality of Trum’s sweeping tariffs, early trade deals have begun flowing out of the White House in recent weeks,