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Is Trichloroethane banned?

Yes. Trichloroethane is banned, restricted, or carries a mandatory warning label in 1 country including European Union. The US FDA still permits it, which is why it shows up in everyday American food and beauty products.

Countries where Trichloroethane is banned or restricted

Country / RegionStatus
European UnionBanned or restricted

Why Trichloroethane is flagged

Ozone-depleting and toxic; banned in EU cosmetics.

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