Section 69511.3 - Paint or Varnish Strippers Containing Methylene Chloride(a) "Paint or varnish strippers containing methylene chloride" means any product containing methylene chloride designed to break down paint, varnish, or any other surface coating to facilitate its removal from any surface. Such products may be designed for indoor or outdoor use.(b) Candidate Chemical. For purposes of this chapter, the following Candidate Chemical is identified as the basis for the product defined in subsection (a) being listed as a Priority Product: (1) Methylene chloride, chemical Abstract Services Registry Number: 75-09-2(c) Hazard traits associated with methylene chloride include: (d) Toxicological endpoints associated with exposure to methylene chloride include: (1) Cancer of the brain, liver, and biliary tract,(3) Central nervous system depression, intoxication, and unconsciousness.(e) For purposes of this chapter, the Candidate Chemical identified in subsection (b) is designated as the Chemical of Concern for the product defined in subsection (a).(f) The Preliminary Alternatives Analysis Report for this Priority Product shall be submitted within 180 days after the effective date of this regulation.Cal. Code Regs. Tit. 22, § 69511.3
1. New section filed 12-4-2018; operative 1-1-2019 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2018, No. 49). Note: Authority cited: Sections 25252, 25253 and 58012, Health and Safety Code. Reference: Sections 25252 and 25253, Health and Safety Code.
1. New section filed 12-4-2018; operative 1/1/2019 pursuant to Government Code section 11343.4(b)(3) (Register 2018, No. 49).