This report describes the ways in which vinyl chloride has harmed and continues to threaten frontline communities, workers, and consumers; provides a sampling of the many vinyl chloride leaks, spills, fires and explosions that have occurred over the last five decades; and makes recommendations to the EPA to designate vinyl chloride as a high-priority chemical under the Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) process.

Beyond Plastics’ new report highlights critical health concerns of using PVC plastic pipe as a replacement for lead water service lines. Every municipal government should weigh this choice carefully to avoid replacing one toxic material with another.

PVC plastic is poisonous to create and to dispose of. Paper and digital alternatives are readily available, making PVC plastic gift cards a poor choice that can be easily avoided.