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Governmental Regulations & Certifications
Health and air-quality concerns have prompted regulators at the local, state and national levels to limit VOC content in coating products. Manufacturers must formulate their products to meet these requirements in order to sell the products in various jurisdictions. At the broadest level, the National Architectural and Industrial Maintenance (AIM) Coating Rules apply. At a minimum, all states must comply with the US National AIM Rules. Regions (Ozone Transport Commission - OTC), states (Utah) or local air quality boards (South Coast Air Quality Management District - SCAQMD) can choose to set more strict regulations within their jurisdiction.
Canada National AIM Certification
Canadian VOC Emission Standards
Certifications & requirements for Canada's VOC-Emission air quality standards
CARB Certifications & Standards
California EPA Air Resources Board Certifications
Learn about regional air quality & VOC standards for paint in California
LADCO
Lake Michigan Air Directors Consortium Standards
Standards for Air related to VOC emissions in the Lake Michigan area
OTC Requirements & Rules
Ozone Transport Commission Regulations
View all requirements & rules for OTC under the Clean Air Act
SCAQMD Regulations
South Coast Air Quality Management District rules
Learn the Clean maximum-VOC rules and regulations for Southern California's SCAQM District.
US National AIM
National AIM Certification Requirements
Nationwide Architectural and Industrial Maintenance Coatings rules for limiting emissions from VOCs
VOC Regulatory Maps
See All VOC Regulations Across the United States
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