EPA finalizes new emission standards for plywood and composite wood manufacturing
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The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule updating how much hazardous air pollution can be released by certain wood product facilities. This includes limits on chemicals like formaldehyde, methanol, and mercury.
Why it matters: This rule changes the technical requirements for how wood product manufacturers manage chemical emissions during production. It is a regulatory update meant to settle long-standing legal and technical questions about air quality standards in this industry.
Who it affects
- Plywood and composite wood manufacturers
This action was taken by the EPA and is documented in the Federal Register; readers should consult the official text before relying on these regulations for compliance.
Agency: Environmental Protection Agency
Source: Federal Register — read the official document