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EU assembly endorses law to cut volatile compounds in paints, varnishes

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AP Worldstream
03-30-2004
Dateline: BRUSSELS, Belgium
The European Union's parliament unanimously approved legislation Tuesday to reduce dangerous solvents in paints, varnishes and car repair products.

"Paints will become safer and better for the environment," said the EU's Environment …

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