EFFECTIVEFederalJul 8, 2024✓ Human reviewed

EPA finalized broad restrictions on methylene chloride commercial use

EPA finalized a TSCA rule restricting many industrial and commercial uses of methylene chloride, with workplace-protection requirements for uses that remain allowed. The final rule took effect July 8, 2024, with compliance dates that vary by use.

TSCAmethylene chlorideworker safety
What to check

If your shop uses methylene chloride in paint/coating removal, cleaning or another commercial process, verify whether that use is prohibited or subject to EPA workplace chemical-protection requirements and phaseout dates.

Official evidence

Source and verification

Verified
Sep 20, 2026
Applies to
General mechanical, Collision / body, Mobile repair, Mixed services, Dealership fixed ops
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