WASHINGTON – The US Environmental Protection Agency has launched a web-based tool to improve access to chemical specific regulatory information developed by EPA and data submitted under the Toxic Substances Control Act. "ChemView" displays key health and safety data in an online format that allows comparison of chemicals by use and by health or environmental effects.

Read more: New EPA Webtool Simplifies Chemicals Management

TAIPEI -- Hon Hai, the parent company of Foxconn, reported consolidated August sales rose 2.6% year-over-year to NT$280.4 billion ($9.44 billion). Sales were down from 6.6% July, however, the company said.

Read more: Foxconn's August Sales Tick Up YoY

ANAHEIM, CA -- Is M-Flex's largest shareholder looking to divest the PCB fabricator? According to Bloomberg, United Engineers is looking for a buyer for its 62% stake in the flex circuit manufacturer.

Read more: Report: M-Flex Owner Seeks Divesture

LISLE, IL -- Koch Industries will buy Molex in a deal worth some $7.2 billion. Molex is best-known as a designer and manufacturer of various types of board connectors, and also builds flex circuits and PCB assemblies.

Read more: Molex to 'Connect' with Koch in $7.2B Deal