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The production of polychlorinated biphenyls is banned in the United States.

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Before the ban, Monsanto produced 99% of all polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) used in the U.S. at a single Illinois plant.

While new production is banned, the chemical continues to circulate in the environment and food chain. PCBs have been proven to have multiple negative health and environmental impacts.