Rule lifecycle · RIN:1218-AD55

1,3-Butadiene

Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration — observed across 2 documents over 50 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

OSHA lowering safe exposure limits for 1,3-butadiene, a chemical in tire and rubber production, to reduce cancer risk to workers exposed daily. Shops with workers handling this chemical must measure air quality, upgrade ventilation systems, add protective equipment, or face violations.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Aug 20, 2025

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    TITLE: 1,3-Butadiene

    #2025-11630

  2. Proposed·Aug 20, 2025

    1,3-Butadiene

    #2025-15899