VOC Rules

Image of US states with VOC regulations

VOCs are Volatile Organic Compounds that can contribute to the formation of ground level ozone.  Livos products are in compliance with the National EPA rules,  of 450 g/L or less for wood coatings in Architectural and Industrial Maintenance (AIM), but several states have stricter laws.  The VOCs in Livos products have a very low toxicity level and off gas within 24 hours. Livos products contain zero semi volatile organic compounds (SVOCs). Click here for Livos VOCs information.

All US states listed below, except the South Coast Air Quality Management District, have a one liter exemption which means you can purchase all products in one liter or less quantities at any VOC level.

Listed below are states the have stricter VOC limits than the national EPA. Please know the limits in your state.  Each Livos product description will list the VOCs in the "features" section.

States with VOC level at 350 g/L:

  • Arizona (Maricopa County only)
  • California (except South Coast Air Quality Management District)
  • District of Columbia
  • Indiana
  • Illinois
  • Massachusetts
  • New Hampshire
  • New Jersey
  • Ohio
  • Pennsylvania
  • Northern Virginia

States with VOC levels at 275 g/L

  • South Coast Air Quality Management District of California
  • Colorado
  • Connecticut
  • Delaware
  • Maryland
  • New York
  • Rhode Island
  • Utah: Box Elder, Cache, Davis, Salt Lake, Tooele, Weber Counties only

Please contact Livos USA for more information on small shop use and moveable items such as furniture. Livos USA will not be able to sell products that don't meet the each state requirements.