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In the case of a refiner or importer using the 100% independent analysis option, must the refiner or importer conduct any sampling or testing of RFG in addition to that performed by the independent lab?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . A refiner or importer using the 100% independent analysis option must use the test results from the designated independent lab as the basis for all RFG reports to EPA. The RFG regulations do not prohibit a refiner or…
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In the GC-MS test for aromatics, why must the calibration curves be forced through the origin? All mass spectrometers will show some noise at a zero concentration level.
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Calibration curves are not required to be forced through the origins. The reference in the regulation is a suggested method.(7/1/94) This question and answer was posted at Consolidated List of Reformulated Gasoline and Anti-Dumping Questions and Answers: July…
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If RBOB and oxygenate are blended upstream from the truck in an oxygenate blending facility, which of these parties would be considered an oxygenate blender and have the associated regulatory requirements: A. Terminal owner (if different than operator) B.
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . An oxygenate blender is defined at § 80.2(mm) as "any person who owns, leases, operates, controls, or supervises an oxygenate blending facility, or who owns or controls the blendstock or gasoline used or the gasoline produced at an…
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In the case of parties who wish to blend butane into RFG or conventional gasoline, what options are available for meeting the testing requirements that apply to this activity?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . The addition of blendstock, including butane, to RFG or conventional gasoline would constitute the production of gasoline, with the result that the blender would be considered a refiner under the RFG and anti-dumping regulations, and would be subject…
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Mold Cleanup in Your Home
If you found mold in your household, you will want to clean it up. Some considerations on how you will clean it up depend on the size of the area, the contaminated materials, and any additional health concerns.
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If a refiner elects to use composite sampling and testing as provided for in the regulations, may the refiner use composite sampling for one parameter and perform the required tests for the other relevant properties?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Section 80.101(i) requires refiners to separately sample each batch of gasoline and blendstocks that are included in anti-dumping compliance calculations, and either separately analyze each sample, or under § 80.101(i)(2), analyze a volume-weighted composite of the samples collected…
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Is independent sampling and testing required of terminals that supply RFG?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . The only parties who are required to meet the independent sampling and testing requirements are refiners and importers. A party that meets the definition of distributor or reseller, such as a terminal, therefore, is not required to meet…
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Energy Efficiency/Renewable Energy Programs in State Implementation Plans - Guidance Documents
final document that provides guidance to States and local areas on quantifying and including emission reductions from energy efficiency and renewable energy measures in State Implementation Plans (SIPS).
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Is a company considered an importer under the RFG regulations if it has a refinery located in the Virgin Islands or Guam and transports gasoline produced at this refinery to a State?
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Section 80.2(r) defines "importer" as "a person who imports gasoline or gasoline blending stocks or components from a foreign country into the United States...." Under § 302(d), Puerto Rico, Guam, American Samoa, the Virgin Islands and the Northern…
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In the case of refiners or importers using the 10% independent analysis option, if the independent lab analyses a particular sample before receiving notification from EPA that this sample should be analyzed, will the prior analysis meet the independent an
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Yes.(7/1/94) This question and answer was posted at Consolidated List of Reformulated Gasoline and Anti-Dumping Questions and Answers: July 1, 1994 through November 10, 1997 (PDF) (333 pp, 18.17 MB, EPA420-R-03-009, July 2003, About PDF )
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01R-94-R5 MDEQ Closure Letter
01R-94-R5 MDEQ Closure Letter
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09R-02-R6 NMED Resolution Letter and Agreement
09R-02-R6 NMED Resolution Letter and Agreement
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Everglades REMAP Fish Mercury Bioaccumulation Modelling Report
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In § 80.69(a)(2), the procedure for sampling and analysis of RBOB is defined. A hand blend with the specified type and amount of oxygenate is to be prepared and the blended sample analyzed, with those results to be used in compliance calculations. In §8
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . The volume after blending with the specified oxygenate volume and type (i.e., the RBOB volume plus oxygenate) should be used for computing the compliance total.(11/28/94) This question and answer was posted at Consolidated List of Reformulated Gasoline and…
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Nitrogen Dioxide Designations - Indiana State Recommendation and EPA Response
2010 Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) standards. Indiana state recommendation and EPA response.
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Nitrogen Dioxide Designations - Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians Tribal Recommendation and EPA Response
2010 Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) standards. Pechanga Band of Luiseno Indians Tribal recommendation and EPA response.
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Nitrogen Dioxide Designations - Minnesota State Recommendations and EPA Response
2010 Nitrogen dioxide (NO2) standards. Minnesota state recommendation and EPA response.
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State Revolving Fund American Iron and Steel (AIS) Requirement
The AIS provision requires CWSRF and DWSRF assistance recipients to use iron and steel products that are produced in the U.S. It applies to projects for the construction, alteration, maintenance, or repair of a public water system or treatment work.
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In the case of a refinery which is sold during the course of an annual averaging period (i.e., other than at midnight on December 31), how does EPA view the responsibilities of the seller refiner and the buyer refiner with regard to meeting the RFG and an
See More Frequent Questions about Fuels Registration, Reporting, and Compliance Help . Under § 80.65(c), each refiner of RFG is responsible for meeting the RFG standards for each batch of RFG produced by that refiner, and under § 80.67(b) in the case of RFG the refiner designates for compliance on…
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Michigan Title V Operating Permit Program Approval History
Title V operating permit program approval history in Michigan.