Maine § 1603. - Foam products
Full text of Maine Maine Revised Statutes § 1603. — Foam products, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1603.. Foam products
1. Prohibition on extruded polystyrene foam sheets. After January 1, 1989, no person may sell or offer to sell in this State any product composed in whole or in part of thermoformed extruded polystyrene foam sheets if the foam is manufactured using any fully halogenated chlorofluorocarbon found by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to be an ozone-depleting chemical.
2. Prohibition on foam board. No person may sell or offer to sell in this State any product composed in whole or in part of foam board if:
A. The foam is manufactured using any fully halogenated chlorofluorocarbons found by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to be an ozone-depleting chemical; and [PL 1987, c. 752, §3 (NEW).]
B. A substitute for fully halogenated chlorofluorocarbon blowing agents is available and found to meet public health and safety standards by all applicable federal and state agencies. [PL 1987, c. 752, §3 (NEW).]
3. Compliance. Compliance with this section shall be as follows.
A. All distributors engaged in the sale or distribution in the State of products covered under subsection 1 shall certify to the commissioner their compliance with subsection 1. [PL 1989, c. 39 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. B, §274 (AMD).]
B. All distributors engaged in the sale or distribution in the State of products covered under subsection 2 shall certify to the commissioner by July 1, 1990, their compliance or scheduled compliance with subsection 2. [PL 1989, c. 39 (NEW); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. A, §40 (AFF); PL 1989, c. 890, Pt. B, §274 (AMD).]
Frequently Asked Questions About Maine § 1603.
What does Maine Revised Statutes § 1603. cover?
Section 1603. ("Foam products") is part of the Maine Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Maine. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Maine § 1603.?
A common citation format is "Maine Revised Statutes § 1603." (Maine). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Maine law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Maine official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Maine attorney.
How does Maine § 1603. apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Maine can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
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