What is PVD?
The VOC Directive limits emissions of volatile organic compounds from paints, varnishes and vehicle refinishing products.
Full title: Directive 2004/42/EC on the limitation of emissions of volatile organic compounds due to the use of organic solvents in certain paints and varnishes and vehicle refinishing products
Type: Directive | Category: Environment & Waste
Who does PVD apply to?
Manufacturers and importers of decorative paints, varnishes and vehicle refinishing products.
Key requirements
Maximum VOC limit values, labelling of VOC content and product categorisation.
How Conphora helps
Conphora automatically monitors PVD and matches your products against the relevant requirements. The platform identifies gaps, generates documentation and keeps you updated when regulations change.
With Conphora you can:
- Automatic validation - instantly see whether your products comply with PVD
- Documentation - generate the necessary documentation and declarations of conformity
- Monitoring - get notified when PVD is updated or amended
- Overview - see compliance status for all products in one place