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Vol. 1 · No. 1084

Monday, August 24, 2026

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Rule lifecycle · RIN:1218-AD56

13 Carcinogens (4-Nitrobiphenyl, etc.)

Department of Labor, Occupational Safety and Health Administration — observed across 3 documents over 386 days. Use the source documents below before deciding whether this affects your business.

In plain English

OSHA is proposing new rules to limit worker exposure to 13 cancer-causing chemicals including 4-Nitrobiphenyl in manufacturing and chemical work. If your business handles these chemicals, review your current safety practices now and get ready for new exposure limits and worker-safety requirements that will take effect soon.

First seen

Jul 1, 2025

Last seen

Jul 22, 2026

Latest stage

Proposed Rule

PRORULE → RULE

Comments close

Friday, August 21, 2026

Stage timeline

  1. Proposed·Jul 1, 2025

    13 Carcinogens (4-Nitrobiphenyl, etc.)

    #2025-11631

  2. Proposed·Aug 20, 2025

    13 Carcinogens (4-Nitrobiphenyl, etc.)

    #2025-15898

  3. Proposed·Jul 22, 2026·91 FR 46030

    13 Carcinogens (4-Nitrobiphenyl, etc.)

    comments close Aug 21, 2026#2026-14844