EPAFinal Rule
Protection of Stratospheric Ozone; CFR Correction
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Summary
This is a technical correction to federal rules that protect the ozone layer by regulating chemicals that damage it. The EPA is fixing errors in previously published regulations to ensure the rules are clear and accurate for businesses and individuals who use or handle these chemicals.
Key Points
- 1The EPA is correcting mistakes in existing ozone protection rules, not creating entirely new restrictions
- 2The corrections help ensure that companies properly handle chemicals like refrigerants and solvents that can harm the ozone layer
- 3This affects manufacturers, repair technicians, and businesses that use air conditioning, refrigeration, or foam-blowing chemicals
- 4The fixes make it clearer what companies and workers must do to comply with ozone protection laws
- 5These corrections help protect people from increased UV radiation that results from ozone depletion, which can cause skin cancer and eye damage
Key Dates
Published
June 26, 2025
This summary is for informational purposes only. It may not capture all nuances of the regulation. Always refer to the official text for authoritative information.
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