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ECCC's The Certain Products Containing Toxic Substances Regulations

If you manufacture, import or sell certain sealant products or certain products that contain 2‑butoxyethanol (2‑BE), Environment and Climate Change Canada wants you to be aware of new regulations and requirements that may apply to you.

Certain restrictions specifically affecting manufacturers and importers will come into effect as soon as October1, 2025.

The Certain Products Containing Toxic Substances Regulations (the Regulations) were published on March 12, 2025. They prohibit the manufacture, import and sale in Canada of certain products that contain toxic substances, and in some cases, specify concentration limits that must not be exceeded. The objective of these Regulations is to protect the environment and human health in Canada.

Note that some of these regulated products containing 2-BE were previously managed under the 2-Butoxyethanol Regulations, which have now been repealed and integrated into the Regulations. There are no major changes in requirements for these products.

Regulated Products, applicable Limits and Coming-Into-Force Dates

Currently, the Regulations target the following types of products containing toxic substances: 

  1. Certain sealant products containing coal tars and their distillates;
  2. Certain sealant products containing polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAH);
  3. Certain products containing 2-BE.

The table below contains a list of the regulated products, their limits and their coming-into-force dates.

 

MEASURES YOU CAN TAKE TO VERIFY THAT YOUR PRODUCTS COMPLY WITH THE REGULATIONS

As a manufacturer, importer or seller, you must comply with all requirements of the Regulations. Here are some examples of measures you can take in preparation for the coming-into-force dates:

  • Familiarize yourself with the products, the substances and the requirements (including the limits on substances in products) that are specified in the Regulations.
  • Specify in your contracting documents that products must respect all regulatory requirements.
  • Ask your suppliers for certification that products respect all regulatory requirements.
  • Consider having your products tested if you are unsure they meet regulatory requirements.

To learn more about the Regulations

Consult our webpage to find more information on the Regulations, including non-applications and exemptions, record keeping requirements and permits that may be issued to manufacture or import a regulated product. 

https://pollution-waste.canada.ca/environmental-protection-registry/regulations/view?Id=2184

 

Please reach out to Ali Arabi, Compliance Promotion Officer, with any questions:

Ali Arabi
Compliance Promotion Officer
Environment and Climate Change Canada / Government of Canada
E-mail: [email protected]

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The foregoing information is provided for informational purposes only and is not intended as, nor should it be considered, professional advice or a substitute for conducting your own thorough research and review. Before making any decisions or taking any action based on the information provided, you should conduct your own independent investigation and/or seek professional advice from a qualified expert in the relevant field. The CSCB disclaims all liability for actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.