Mercury Cell ChlorAlkali Plants: National Emissions Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP)
Rule Summary
This action promulgates national emission standards for hazardous air pollutants (NESHAP), specifically mercury emissions, from mercury cell chlor-alkali plants. The final rule limits mercury air emissions from these plants. The final rule implements section 112(d) of the Clean Air Act (CAA) which requires all categories and subcategories of major sources and area sources listed under section 112(c) to meet hazardous air pollutant emission standards reflecting the application of the maximum achievable control technology (MACT).
Rule History
03/14/2011 - Supplemental proposed rule.
06/11/2008 - Proposed rule.
12/19/2003 - Final rule.
08/22/2002 - Proposed rule; extension of public comment period.
07/03/2002 - Proposed rule & Proposed decision not to regulate.
Additional Resources
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