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Simple pressure vessels

Main requirements Manufacturers of compressed air cylinders for breathing air shall perform hydrostatic pressure tests of the compressed air cylinders. The month and year of the hydrostatic pressure test shall be marked on the compressed air

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Mercury

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Textile and leather goods containing pentachlorophenol

Requirement related to restrictions of hazardous chemicals as well as requirements related to other products

Chromed wood

Requirement related to restrictions of hazardous chemicals as well as requirements related to other products

Detergents (content of phosphate)

Requirement related to restrictions of hazardous chemicals as well as requirements related to other products

Antifreeze containing ethylene glycol

Requirement related to restrictions of hazardous chemicals as well as requirements related to other products

Construction products

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Flammability of mattresses and upholstered furniture

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Textiles - Ban on highly combustible textiles

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