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Controlling VOC Emissions from Flexographic and Rotogravure Printing

Rules in Title 30, Texas Administrative Code, Chapter 115 for controlling emissions of volatile organic compounds from flexographic and rotogravure printing. These rules are part of the State Implementation Plan strategy to meet the National Ambient Air Quality Standard for ozone.

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Rule Citation

30 TAC Chapter 115, Subchapter E, Division 3

Description of Rules

  • Limit the VOC emissions from materials applied during printing by using materials with a low VOC content or employing a vapor control system.
  • Operational work practices.
  • Require tests to demonstrate compliance with the VOC emission limits.
  • Require monitoring control equipment and maintaining appropriate records.

Rule History

The Chapter 115 rule history for flexographic and rotogravure printing discusses revisions to the rules, including their proposal and adoption, the associated State Implementation Plan revision, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency approval.

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