Regulation & law · 11/12/2003Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

EPA Sets National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants in Miscellaneous Coating Manufacturing

The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has issued a final rule establishing national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP) for miscellaneous coating manufacturing facilities, aiming to reduce emissions of toxic substances such as toluene and methyl isobutyl ketone, which can cause lung irritation, eye damage, and cancer. The rule applies to major sources, including new and existing facilities, and requires the implementation of maximum achievable control technology (MACT) to minimize health risks.