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Regulation on the reduction of emissions of volatile organic compounds contained in certain paints and varnishes intended for painting buildings and their elements and in mixtures for vehicle refurbishment.

Country/Territory
Poland
Document type
Regulation
Date
2016
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Original source
Journal of Laws 2016 Pos. 1353
Subject
Air & atmosphere
Keyword
Pollution control Air quality/air pollution Emissions Hazardous substances Environmental standards Standards Protection of environment
Geographical area
Eastern Europe, Europe, Europe and Central Asia, European Union Countries
Entry into force notes
This Regulation entered into force on 27 August 2016.
Abstract

This Regulation of the Minister of Development, which is composed of nine paragraphs and two Annexes, lays down procedures and measures intended to prevent and reduce as far as possible the effects of emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC) into the environment, particularly into the air. The present Regulation establishes requirements for paints and varnishes containing VOC, intended for painting buildings and their elements, and for mixtures for vehicle refurbishment: (1) numerical markings and product features ensuring identification of the product, group of products and their names; (2) acceptable values of the maximum VOC content in these products; (3) the scope of information provided on labels of these products; (4) test methods according to which the maximum VOC content in products should be determined; (5) methods of control.

Full text
Polish
Website
isap.sejm.gov.pl

References - Legislation

Implements

Environment Protection Act.

Legislation | Poland | 2001 (2021)

Keyword: Framework law, Pollution control, Environmental planning, Liability/compensation, Institution, Policy/planning, Protection of environment, Freshwater pollution, Sustainable development, Ecosystem preservation

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Council Directive 1999/13/EC on the limitation of emissions of volatile organic compounds due to the use of organic solvents in certain activities and installations

Legislation | European Union | 1999

Keyword: Pollution control, Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Hazardous substances, Environmental standards, Standards, Protection of environment

Source: FAO, FAOLEX

Repeals

Regulation on detailed requirements concerning emission limitation of volatile organic compounds arising as a result of the use of organic solvents for some paints, sprays and car renovation preparations.

Legislation | Poland | 2007 (2013)

Keyword: Pollution control, Air quality/air pollution, Emissions, Environmental standards, Standards, Protection of environment, Hazardous substances

Source: FAO, FAOLEX