TECO was formally approved as a recognised Third-Party Certifier by the California Air Resources Board (CARB), effective July 18.
Phase I formaldehyde emission requirements of the Airborne Toxic Control measure go into effect on January 1, 2009.
The rule regulates emission from raw panels (hardwood plywood, particleboard and MDF) sold directly into California or used to make goods that are sold in California but also affects importers, fabricators, distributors and retailers.