LVPs are non-volatile, explained Steve Bennett, CSPA Direc- tor of Scientific Affairs. Those that do evaporate do not reach ambient air. In fact, according to ARR’s modeling results, most LVPs end up in the soil. “We have to draw a line in the sand; this is a game-changer” said Raymond. “If we lose the LVP exemption, it will make it very difficult to formulate new products.” CSPA is working with the Alliance for Responsible Regula- Bennett tion (ARR), a broad industry coalition that has challenged assertions that consumer product VOC and LVP reductions would contribute to ozone retention. CSPA Chairperson Lisa Alexander (right) presents Michael Pleus, Informing retailers about VOCs Recognition Award for the Aerosol Division.Regulatory Affairs Manager, Reckitt Benckiser, with the Volunteer During the Special Session titled Providing Retailers with VOC Regu- latory Compliance Information on Consumer Products, CSPA’s Joe Yost noted the California Air Resources Board’s (CARB) fines for key part of that plan is the creation of a VOC Compliance Assur- consumer products have risen from $500,000 in 2005 to $3 million ance Database for retailers, which is under the direction of Wercs, in 2010. Some of the most problematic product categories include a software tools and service provider. windshield washer fluid, hair spray and degreasers. “We’re not experts, but we have to make sure that our products CSPA has developed an action plan to work with Wal-Mart and comply with the regulations,” explained Mallory McCormick, other retailers to make sure all of its products are in compliance. A Wal-Mart’s Senior Manager of Product Safety & Compliance. She February 2013 Spray 35
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