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Title 40: Protection of Environment

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PART 427—ASBESTOS MANUFACTURING POINT SOURCE CATEGORY

Section Contents

Subpart A—Asbestos-Cement Pipe Subcategory

§ 427.10   Applicability; description of the asbestos-cement pipe subcategory.
§ 427.11   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.12   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.13   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.14   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.15   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.16   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart B—Asbestos-Cement Sheet Subcategory

§ 427.20   Applicability; description of the asbestos-cement sheet subcategory.
§ 427.21   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.22   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.23   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.24   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.25   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.26   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart C—Asbestos Paper (Starch Binder) Subcategory

§ 427.30   Applicability; description of the asbestos paper (starch binder) subcategory.
§ 427.31   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.32   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.33   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.34   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.35   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.36   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart D—Asbestos Paper (Elastomeric Binder) Subcategory

§ 427.40   Applicability; description of the asbestos paper (elastomeric binder) subcategory.
§ 427.41   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.42   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.43   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.44   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.45   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.46   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart E—Asbestos Millboard Subcategory

§ 427.50   Applicability; description of the asbestos millboard subcategory.
§ 427.51   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.52   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.53   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.54   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.55   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.56   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart F—Asbestos Roofing Subcategory

§ 427.60   Applicability; description of the asbestos roofing subcategory.
§ 427.61   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.62   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.63   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.64   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.65   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.66   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart G—Asbestos Floor Tile Subcategory

§ 427.70   Applicability; description of the asbestos floor tile subcategory.
§ 427.71   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.72   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.73   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.74   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
§ 427.75   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.76   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart H—Coating or Finishing of Asbestos Textiles Subcategory

§ 427.80   Applicability; description of the coating or finishing of asbestos textiles subcategory.
§ 427.81   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.82   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.83   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.84   [Reserved]
§ 427.85   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.86   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart I—Solvent Recovery Subcategory

§ 427.90   Applicability; description of the solvent recovery subcategory.
§ 427.91   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.92   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.93   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.94   [Reserved]
§ 427.95   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.96   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
§ 427.97   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best conventional pollutant control technology.

Subpart J—Vapor Absorption Subcategory

§ 427.100   Applicability; description of the vapor absorption subcategory.
§ 427.101   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.102   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.103   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.104   [Reserved]
§ 427.105   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.106   Pretreatment standards for new sources.

Subpart K—Wet Dust Collection Subcategory

§ 427.110   Applicability; description of the wet dust collection subcategory.
§ 427.111   Specialized definitions.
§ 427.112   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
§ 427.113   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
§ 427.114   [Reserved]
§ 427.115   Standards of performance for new sources.
§ 427.116   Pretreatment standards for new sources.


Authority:   Secs. 301, 304 (b) and (c), 306 (b) and (c), 307(c), Federal Water Pollution Control Act, as amended; 33 U.S.C. 1251, 1311, 1314 (b) and (c), 1316 (b) and (c), 1317(c); 86 Stat. 816 et seq.; Pub. L. 92–500.

Source:   39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, unless otherwise noted.

Subpart A—Asbestos-Cement Pipe Subcategory
top
§ 427.10   Applicability; description of the asbestos-cement pipe subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos. Portland cement, silica and other ingredients are used in the manufacturing of asbestos-cement pipe.

§ 427.11   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.12   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.570.19
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS1.140.38
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.13   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutants properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.14   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6444, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.15   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart:

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.570.19
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS1.140.38
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

§ 427.16   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

Subpart B—Asbestos-Cement Sheet Subcategory
top
§ 427.20   Applicability; description of the asbestos-cement sheet subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos, Portland cement, silica, and other ingredients are used in the manufacturing of asbestos-cement sheets. Discharges resulting from manufacture of asbestos-cement sheet laboratory tops are specifically excluded from the provisions of this subpart.

§ 427.21   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.22   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.680.23
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS1.350.45
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.23   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.24   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6444, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.25   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste waters pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.26   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33960, June 29, 1995]

Subpart C—Asbestos Paper (Starch Binder) Subcategory
top
§ 427.30   Applicability; description of the asbestos paper (starch binder) subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos, starch binders and other ingredients are used in the manufacture of asbestos paper (starch binder).

§ 427.31   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.32   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.550.35
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS1.100.70
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.33   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.34   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6445, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.35   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.36   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

Subpart D—Asbestos Paper (Elastomeric Binder) Subcategory
top
§ 427.40   Applicability; description of the asbestos paper (elastomeric binder) subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos, elastomeric binder, and other ingredients are used in the manufacture of asbestos paper (elastomeric binder).

§ 427.41   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.42   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.550.35
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS1.100.70
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.43   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.44   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6445, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.45   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart:

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
TSS0.550.35
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
TSS.1100.70
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

§ 427.46   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

Subpart E—Asbestos Millboard Subcategory
top
§ 427.50   Applicability; description of the asbestos millboard subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos in combination with various other materials such as cement, starch, clay, lime, and mineral wool are used in the manufacture of asbestos millboard.

§ 427.51   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.52   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT): There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.53   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.54   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6445, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.55   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.56   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

Subpart F—Asbestos Roofing Subcategory
top
§ 427.60   Applicability; description of the asbestos roofing subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos paper is saturated with asphalt or coal tar with the subsequent application of various surface treatments to produce asbestos roofing products.

§ 427.61   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

(b) COD shall mean COD added to the process waste water.

§ 427.62   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of product)
COD0.0150.008
TSS0.010.006
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/ton of product)
COD0.0290.016
TSS0.020.012
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.63   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.64   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6445, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.65   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.66   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

Subpart G—Asbestos Floor Tile Subcategory
top
§ 427.70   Applicability; description of the asbestos floor tile subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process in which asbestos, polyvinyl chloride resin, chemical stabilizers, limestone, and other fillers are used in the manufacture of asbestos floor tile.

§ 427.71   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

(b) The abbreviation “mpc” shall mean 1000 pieces of floor tile.

(c) The term “pieces” shall mean floor tile measured in the standard size of 12&inch;×12&inch;×3/32&inch;.

(d) COD shall mean COD added to the process waste water.

§ 427.72   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/mpc of product)
COD0.140.09
TSS0.06.04
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/mpc of product)
COD0.300.18
TSS0.13.08
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[39 FR 7527, Feb. 26, 1974, as amended at 60 FR 33961, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.73   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.74   Pretreatment standards for existing sources.
top

Any existing source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties controlled by this section which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 6445, Feb. 11, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.75   Standards of performance for new sources.
top

The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.76   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
top

Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403.

[60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

Subpart H—Coating or Finishing of Asbestos Textiles Subcategory
top

Source:   40 FR 1875, Jan. 9, 1975, unless otherwise noted.

§ 427.80   Applicability; description of the coating or finishing of asbestos textiles subcategory.
top

The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process of coating or impregnating asbestos textiles with materials which impart specific desired qualities to the finished product.

§ 427.81   Specialized definitions.
top

For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.82   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
top

Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT): There shall be no discharge of process wastewater pollutants to navigable waters.

[60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.83   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
top

The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[40 FR 1875, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975]

§ 427.84   [Reserved]
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§ 427.85   Standards of performance for new sources.
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The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[40 FR 1875, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975]

§ 427.86   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
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Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a new point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 1875, Jan. 9, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

Subpart I—Solvent Recovery Subcategory
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Source:   40 FR 1876, Jan. 9, 1975, unless otherwise noted.

§ 427.90   Applicability; description of the solvent recovery subcategory.
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The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the process of solvent recovery in the manufacture of asbestos products.

§ 427.91   Specialized definitions.
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For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.92   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
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Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of finished asbestos product)
COD0.300.15
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lbs/1,000 lbs of finished asbestos product)
COD0.300.15
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[40 FR 1876, Jan. 9, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.93   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
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The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable.

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of finished asbestos products)
COD0.300.15
  English units (lb/1,000 lb of finished asbestos products)
COD0.300.15

[44 FR 50747, Aug. 29, 1979]

§ 427.94   [Reserved]
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§ 427.95   Standards of performance for new sources.
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The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart:

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of finished asbestos product)
COD0.300.15
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lbs/1,000 lbs of finished asbestos product)
COD0.300.15
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

§ 427.96   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
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Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a new point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 1876, Jan. 9, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.97   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best conventional pollutant control technology.
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The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best conventional pollutant control technology.

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/kkg of finished asbestos products)
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lb/1,000 lb of finished asbestos products)
TSS0.180.09
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[44 FR 50747, Aug. 29, 1979]

Subpart J—Vapor Absorption Subcategory
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Source:   40 FR 1876, Jan. 9, 1975, unless otherwise noted.

§ 427.100   Applicability; description of the vapor absorption subcategory.
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The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the removal of volatilized organic materials from atmospheric emissions by means of wet scrubbers.

§ 427.101   Specialized definitions.
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For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations, and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.102   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
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Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT): There shall be no discharge of process wastewater pollutants to navigable waters.

[60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.103   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
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The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975]

§ 427.104   [Reserved]
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§ 427.105   Standards of performance for new sources.
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The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975]

§ 427.106   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
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Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a new point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 1876, Jan. 9, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

Subpart K—Wet Dust Collection Subcategory
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Source:   40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975, unless otherwise noted.

§ 427.110   Applicability; description of the wet dust collection subcategory.
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The provisions of this subpart are applicable to discharges resulting from the removal of dust (particulates) from atmospheric emissions by means of wet scrubbers.

§ 427.111   Specialized definitions.
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For the purpose of this subpart:

(a) Except as provided below, the general definitions, abbreviations and methods of analysis set forth in 40 CFR part 401 shall apply to this subpart.

§ 427.112   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available.
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Except as provided in §§125.30 through 125.32, any existing point source subject to this subpart shall achieve the following effluent limitations representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best practicable control technology currently available (BPT):

Effluent characteristicEffluent limitations
Maximum for any 1 dayAverage of daily values for 30 consecutive days shall not exceed—
  Metric units (kg/1,000 std cu m of air scrubbed)
TSS0.080.04
pH(1)(1)
  English units (lbs/MM std cu ft of air scrubbed)
TSS5.02.50
pH(1)(1)

1Within the range 6.0 to 9.0.

[40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

§ 427.113   Effluent limitations guidelines representing the degree of effluent reduction attainable by the application of the best available technology economically achievable.
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The following limitations establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a point source subject to the provisions of this subpart after application of the best available technology economically achievable: There shall be no discharge of waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

§ 427.114   [Reserved]
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§ 427.115   Standards of performance for new sources.
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The following standards of performance establish the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties which may be discharged by a new source subject to the provisions of this subpart: There shall be no discharge of process waste water pollutants to navigable waters.

[40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975; 40 FR 18172, Apr. 25, 1975]

§ 427.116   Pretreatment standards for new sources.
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Any new source subject to this subpart that introduces process wastewater pollutants into a publicly owned treatment works must comply with 40 CFR part 403. In addition, the following pretreatment standard establishes the quantity or quality of pollutants or pollutant properties, controlled by this section, which may be discharged to a publicly owned treatment works by a new point source subject to the provisions of this subpart.

Pollutant or pollutant propertyPretreatment standard
pHNo limitation.
COD    Do.
TSS    Do.

[40 FR 1877, Jan. 9, 1975, as amended at 60 FR 33962, June 29, 1995]

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