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Eco-Friendly Paint Products : Canada National AIM
On March 27, 2004, the Government of Canada outlined its plan to develop regulations under CEPA 1999 to set VOC emission standards for consumer products. In October 2006, the Government of Canada outlined the aproach to reduce emissions of air pollutants and committed to propose regulations limiting VOCs in consumer products.
The proposed VOC concentration limits have been developed to align with requirements in those U.S. states that are members of the Ozone Transport Commission (OTC).
Protects the environment and health of Canadians by setting VOC concentration limits for 53 categories of architectural coatings under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act, 1999 (CEPA 1999) implemented on September 9, 2010.
Manufacturers can only supply coatings above maximum VOC limits if packaged in containers of one liter or less and categorized as one of eight coating categories, including: Faux Finishing, High Temperature Coatings, Lacquers including Lacquer Sanding Sealers, Varnish, Quick-Dry Enamels, Stains, Rust Preventative Coatings, or Low Solids Coatings.
Grandfather
A two-year sell-through provision allowing non-compliant products manufactured in Canada prior to the effective date can be sold two additional years.
VOC Concentration Limits
COATING CATEGORY
CANADIAN AIM (EFFECTIVE 9/9/10) (G/L)
Flat
100
Non-Flat
150
Non-Flat High Gloss
250
Industrial Maintenance General
340
Industrial Maintenance High Temp
420
Primer
200
Quick Dry Primer
Specialty Primer
350
Quick Dry Enamel
Floor
Rust Preventative
400
Stains
Dry Fog
Varnish
Waterproof - Wood
Waterproof - Concrete
For the most up-to-date and accurate regulatory data, please consult the appropriate regulatory organization www.ec.gc.ca.
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