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Method 202 - Condensable Particulate Matter

Do you have questions about a Test Method, Performance Specification or Source Category? Find the EMC contact for your question in the EMC Directory.

Supporting Information

  • EPA Method 202 Best Practices Handbook (PDF), March 2016 (46 pp, 606 K)
  • Appendix A – Best Practice to Reduce Blanks (PDF), March 2016 (85 pp, 1 MB)
  • Appendix B - NCASI Best Practice (PDF), March 2016 (8 pp, 118 K)
  • Interim Guidance on the Treatment of Condensable Particulate Matter Test Results in the Prevention of Significant Deterioration and Nonattainment New Source Review Permitting Programs (PDF), April 2014 (6 pp, 529 K)
  • Memo for Condensable PM Adjustment for Ammonium Sulfate Formation in M202 Test Results (pdf) (214.74 KB)

Method and FAQ

  • Method 202 Dry Impinger Method for Determining Condensable Particulate Emissions From Stationary Sources 8-2-2017 (PDF) (27 pp, 783 K)
  • Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Method 202 (PDF) (2 pp, 229 K)

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Last updated on November 21, 2024
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