Ausimont U.S.A. Inc. v. Environmental Protection Agency

OPINION OF THE COURT

WEIS, Circuit Judge.

The Environmental Protection Agency adopted a rule requiring petitioner manufacturers to conduct extensive testing of certain chemicals, fluoroalkenes, to determine their potential for producing adverse health effects. The manufacturers have petitioned for judicial review, asserting that the rule is contrary to law and should be set aside. An examination of the record persuades us that the agency action is supported by substantial evidence, and accordingly, we deny review.

The Toxic Substances Control Act, 15 U.S.C. §§ 2601-29, authorizes EPA to…