Several key agencies are involved in regulating nanotechnology:
1. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA): In the United States, the EPA plays a significant role by evaluating the potential environmental risks of nanomaterials, particularly through the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA). 2. European Chemicals Agency (ECHA): In Europe, ECHA is responsible for the regulation of chemicals, including nanomaterials, under the Registration, Evaluation, Authorisation, and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation. 3. Food and Drug Administration (FDA): Though primarily focused on food and drugs, the FDA also oversees the use of nanotechnology in food packaging, cosmetics, and medical devices.
