Disperse Yellow 3 dye to be added to CEPA Schedule 1 List of Toxic Substances
While, CWWA supports the elimination of known environmental and human health threats, it’s important that, in this case, the dye is managed at the textile mill either by application techniques that reduce the amount of waste dye, or by using alternatives. In consultation with our Wastewater and Stormwater Committee it was also noted that many municipalities may already have discharge limits as part of their municipal bylaws.
Canadian Water and Wastewater Association