Why Acetone’s VOC-Exemption Is Better for the Environment 

Introduction into Volatile Organic Compounds 

Do you know what is one of the primary causes of climate change?  

Pollution. Particularly, pollution caused by VOCs. You may be wondering, what is a VOC? What does it stand for and why is it contributing to pollution?  

In this blog post we will be covering VOCs, what makes something VOC exempt, and why it is important for the environment, specifically when it comes to acetone VOC exemption. 

If you are in the market for an acetone that will meet your company’s needs, we believe we have exactly what you’re looking for. Let’s jump in! 

What Does It Mean When a Compound is VOC Exempt?  

VOC stands for, Volatile Organic Compounds. These compounds react with nitrogen oxides in the atmosphere to create what is known as smog.  

Car exhaust and certain household chemicals are a couple of examples that can emit VOCs in the air.  

When something is VOC exempt, that means that it reacts so slowly that it doesn’t cause any significant changes to the environment that will result in ozone pollution.

Why VOC Exempt Compounds Are Better for the Environment 

Volatile organic compound’s react with their environment to essentially create more pollution. Pollution is known to have severe negative effects on our health as well as the environment. 

Exposure to a highly polluted area can cause lung irritation at best and at worst, lead to irreversible lung damage and even death.  

An unfortunate example of this, would have to be The Great Smog of London. In 1952, over 4,000 people died in London as a result of high pollution that led to a deadly smog.  

These devastating effects can also harm animals in the same way. While detrimental to humans and animals, pollution can also harm plants and reduce the sunlight needed for photosynthesis.  

Pollution caused by volatile organic compounds has many other negative outcomes, including, 

• Acid rain 
• Creating a hole in the ozone layer 
• Disrupting plant growth caused by too much nitrogen  
• Greenhouse gas pollution leading to climate change 

Compounds that are VOC exempt have such low photochemical reactivity that they aren’t considered a threat to our environment. As a result, less pollution is created and there are less negative effects damaging our environment. 

Why Acetone VOC Exemption Matters  

Acetone doesn’t contain the compounds that react significantly to the environment. Acetone has a VOC content that is so low that it’s contribution to pollution is negligible. That means it is considered VOC exempt by The United States Environmental Protection Agency (please refer to your own countries environmental standards to cross-reference exemptions).  

ChemFree Canada’s acetone is not only VOC exempt, but has low toxicity, multiple uses, is quick dissolving, and water soluble. Acetone is an excellent solvent for cleaning, degreasing, glue removal, and resin thinning.  

Acetone being exempt of volatile organic compounds means a safer and cleaner environment.  

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