Substitutes in Aerosols

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• Overview
• Substitutes in Aerosols
• End-uses
  • Propellants
  • Solvents
• Related Resources

Overview

Under Title VI of the Clean Air Act, the SNAP program identifies and evaluates substitutes in end-uses that have historically used ozone-depleting substances (ODS). SNAP listings of acceptable alternatives can also help sectors transition away from high global warming potential hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs) addressed under the American Innovation and Manufacturing (AIM) Act including its Technology Transitions Program. For example, some substitutes that are listed as acceptable under the SNAP program, starting with the first SNAP rulemaking in 1994, might be subject to more recent restrictions established under the Technology Transitions Program. For detailed information on specific restrictions and guidance, please refer to the Technology Transitions Program.

Substitutes in Aerosols

Aerosols are substances stored under pressure and then released as a suspension of particles in air.

Environmental, Health, and Flammability Info on Substitutes for HCFC-22 and 142b

End-uses

Propellants
Propellants propel out the pressurized contents of a container.

Solvents
Solvents are used to dissolve liquids or solids, particularly for cleaning.