How is US regulation affecting global trichloroethylene supply and trade?

How is US regulation affecting global trichloroethylene supply and trade?
The US EPA has proposed a ban on all trichloroethylene uses, covering manufacturing, import, processing, and commercial distribution. This follows its classification as a proven carcinogen by OSHA and known risks of neurotoxicity and reproductive harm. The proposal includes longer compliance timelines and workplace controls for some industrial uses, but the direction is clear: phased elimination in the US. This will reshape global trade flows. Chinese producers, who already face domestic oversupply with operating rates near 60%, may see reduced export opportunities to the US market. However, other regions and applications—such as feedstock for HFC production or metal degreasing in Asia—could absorb some volumes, keeping global balances relatively loose.