Archive · 27 May 2025
ICMR: Car Flame Retardant TCEP Is Possible Carcinogen
The Indian government is looking into chemicals found in cars that might cause cancer.
A research group called ICMR said one of these chemicals, TCEP, is possibly a carcinogen, meaning it *might* cause cancer.
They're using information from other international organizations like the WHO.
ICMR can test people's blood for these chemicals if they are exposed, but can't analyze the air inside the cars.
They are also ready to review existing scientific information on these chemicals.
The goal is to understand the risks and protect people.
ICMR submitted a response to NGT regarding carcinogenic chemicals in cars.
The study referenced chemicals: TCIPP, TDCIPP, and TCEP.
ICMR identified TCEP as a possible carcinogen.
The council references IARC, US-EPA, US-NTP, and ECHA.
ICMR can test biological samples, but not environmental ones.
- Who
- Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR).
- What
- ICMR's response to concerns about flame retardant chemicals in cars.
- When
- May 22 (report date)
- Where
- India, specifically the National Green Tribunal (NGT).
- Why
- The ICMR is responding to concerns about carcinogenic chemicals found in car interiors.
- Chemicals of Concern
- TCEP, TCIPP, TDCIPP
- Carcinogen Classification (TCEP)
- Group 3 (Unclassified)
- Regulatory Bodies Referenced
- IARC, US-EPA, US-NTP, ECHA
- Indian Agency
- ICMR
- ICMR's Offer
- Systematic review of literature if needed
- Samples ICMR Can Test
- Biological (e.g., blood)
- Samples ICMR Cannot Test
- Environmental (e.g., air)