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WA HB2402
Bill
Status
1/13/2026
Primary Sponsor
Monica Stonier
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AI Summary
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Prohibits manufacturing, selling, or distributing IV solution containers (IV bags) with intentionally added DEHP or unintentionally added DEHP at ≥0.1% concentration beginning January 1, 2028
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Prohibits manufacturing, selling, or distributing IV tubing with intentionally added DEHP or unintentionally added DEHP at ≥0.1% concentration beginning January 1, 2035
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Bans replacing DEHP with other ortho-phthalates, listing 12 specific phthalate compounds that cannot be used as substitutes
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Exempts human blood collection/storage bags and apheresis/cell therapy blood kits and bags (including integral tubing) from the requirements
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Cites FDA and EPA findings that DEHP is a probable human carcinogen and endocrine disruptor linked to reproductive harm, liver/kidney damage, and potential multidrug resistance in breast cancer cells
Legislative Description
Concerning phthalates in medical equipment used for intravenous purposes.
Last Action
Referred to Rules 2 Review.
2/4/2026