EPA Issues Revised National Emission Standards for Printing, Coating, and Dyeing of Fabrics and Textiles

Summary

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated the national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants for printing, coating, and dyeing of fabrics and textiles, clarifying the applicability of these standards to synthetic fiber manufacturing facilities. The revised standards, which took effect on May 29, 2003, aim to reduce air pollution from these industries.