Regulation .04 Can Coating.
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A.
Definitions. In this regulation, the following terms have the meanings indicated:
(1)
“Can coating” means all operations that deposit a coating on metal intended to be made into two-piece cans or three-piece cans with cemented, soldered, or welded side seams.
(2)
“End seal compound coating” means a coating applied onto can ends which functions as a gasket when assembled on the can.
(3)
“Exterior base coat” means a coating applied to the exterior of a can to provide protection to the metal and to provide background for the lithographic or printing operation.
(4)
“Interior base coat” means a coating applied to flat sheet stock which is intended to provide a protective lining to the inside of the can.
(5)
“Overvarnish” means the final coating applied over decorative images on the surface intended to be the can exterior.
(6)
“Three-piece can side seam spray” means a coating applied to the can surface joint when forced from sheet stock to protect the exposed metal.
(7)
“Two-piece can exterior end coating” means a coating applied to the exterior end of a can to provide protection to the metal.
B.
Emission Standards. A person may not cause or permit the discharge into the atmosphere of any volatile organic compound from can coating in excess of the following emission standards: