     UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20460
                                       
                             OFFICE OF CHEMICAL SAFTEY
AND POLLUTION PREVENTION

RE:  	Meeting with Libby Sommer of Bolt Threads and EPA to discuss use of phthalates in footwear and apparel industry
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Meeting Summary
On October 21, 2019, CCD and NPCD met with Libby Sommer of Bolt Threads to discuss the use of phthalates and flame retardants undergoing prioritization under TSCA Section 6. Ms. Sommer described industry challenges and efforts in obtaining chemical information from vendors in apparel and footwear supply chains. She indicated phthalates could be present in screen printed fabrics and in flexible footwear components. 

Attendees
EPA:
Claire Brisse
Jordan Garbin
Bethany Masten
Claudia Menasche
Doug Parsons
Alex Smith


Bolt Threads:
Libby Sommer
