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For the purpose of 40 CFR Part 370, must the amount of ammonia in ammonium hydroxide be counted (and aggregated) toward the 500-pound extremely hazardous substance threshold?
| 11/02/2004 | National |
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How do I calculate tonnage for substances under REACH?
| 06/18/2009 | National |
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I am a spare parts warehouse and I have been requested to sign a statement for compliance with REACH. Would I have to evaluate only chemicals or all parts (including non-chemicals like fittings and screws and such) against the list of prohibited sub
| 05/13/2010 | National |
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If my HVAC product is not covered under the EU RoHS directive, what about spare parts for that same product that are installed by contractors in various types of residences? Would these spare parts be exempted from RoHS too?
| 01/18/2012 | National |
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Is there any regulation regarding the decomposition of the aluminum when used with CCA-treated lumber?
| 04/21/2004 | National |
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Looking to see if your organization has a built in chemical compatibility chart, or know of a site I can visit that would tell me if two chemicals can be stored together.
| 02/15/2017 | National |
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The product label for "Daycon Sanicide Hospital Disinfectant Deodorant" has a warning note "This product contains a chemical(s) known to the state of California to cause cancer." Is this product safe for use on a college campus for cleaning?
| 05/08/2009 | National |
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We have a HVAC product that is installed by contractors in townhomes, condos, apartment buildings, hotels/motels. It is used by the general public, but not sold to the general public. Would this product be exempted from RoHS?
| 07/06/2011 | National |
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We use DIRL-lum 603, a powdered alkaline cleaner to clean parts...
| 07/31/2006 | National |
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What are the RCRA & CERCLA hazardous waste streams associated with the Carbon Black manufacturing industry? Does this industry have other know environmental liabilities of significance?
| 06/09/2005 | National |
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What are the responsibilities of Downstream Users under REACH (Registration, Evaluation and Authorization of Chemicals)?
| 01/14/2009 | National |
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What exactly is a total toxic organic (TTO), or solvent management plan, and when does it apply?
| 05/19/2004 | National |
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What is the timeline for the implementation of the Registration, Evaluation, Authorization and Restriction of Chemicals (REACH) regulation?
| 05/31/2007 | National |
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When analyzing new products/chemicals for use - how far does one have to go in analyzing each CAS# for reporting purposes (Tier II, TRI, etc.). Also if there are proprietary chemicals what obligation does the end user have in investigating whether t
| 08/15/2011 | National |