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What was the EPA ruling on polychlorinated biphenyls?

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EPA had restricted the use of polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) as a cooling medium for liquid-filled Transformers, due to the flammability and toxicity of the fluid. Less flammable replacements were phasing out the use of PCBs.

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