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SCHEDULE(Sections 2 and 3, subsection 4(1), paragraphs 4(2)(c) and (d), 5(1)(a) and (b), and subsections 11(1) and 12(1)

VOC Concentration Limits for Automotive Refinishing Products

ItemColumn 1Column 2
Product Category and DescriptionVOC Concentration Limit (g/L)
COATINGS
1

Primer Surfacer

A coating formulated to be applied for corrosion resistance, adhesion of subsequent coatings or to fill in surface imperfections. Adhesion promoters are not included in this category.

250
2

Primer Sealer

A coating formulated to be applied before the application of another coating for the purpose of colour uniformity or to prevent a subsequent coating from penetrating underlying coatings.

340
3

Pre-Treatment Wash Primer

A coating that contains a minimum of 0.5% acid by weight and not more than 16% solids by weight that is formulated to be applied directly to bare metal surfaces to provide corrosion resistance and to facilitate adhesion of subsequent coatings.

660
4

Adhesion Promoter

A coating formulated to be applied to uncoated plastic surfaces to facilitate adhesion of subsequent coatings

840
5

Colour Coating

A pigmented coating formulated to be applied to a primer or an adhesion promoter that requires a subsequent clear coating. This category includes metallic or iridescent colour coatings.

420
6

Uniform Finish Coating

A coating formulated to be applied to an area of repair for the purpose of blending it to match the finish of the rest of the surface.

540
7

Truck Bed Liner Coating

A coating that protects a truck bed from surface abrasion. Colour coatings, multicolour coatings and single-stage coatings are excluded.

310
8

Temporary Protective Coating

A coating that temporarily protects certain areas from overspray or mechanical damage.

60
9

Underbody Coating

A coating formulated to be applied to the wheel wells, the inside of door panels or fenders, the underside of a trunk or hood or the underside of a motor vehicle.

430
10

Single-Stage Coating

A pigmented coating formulated to be applied without a subsequent clear coat. Single-stage coatings include single-stage metallic or iridescent colour coatings.

420
11

Multicolour Coating

A coating that exhibits more than one colour in the dried coat after a single application, hides surface defects and is formulated to be applied over a primer or adhesion promoter. This category includes metallic or iridescent multicolour coatings.

680
12

Clear Coating

A coating that contains no pigments and is formulated to be applied over any other coating.

250
13

Other Coatings

All other coatings not described in this schedule.

250
SURFACE CLEANERS
14Surface Cleaners50
 

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