VOC Compliance Services for U.S. and Canada

Dell Tech provides comprehensive VOC (volatile organic compounds) compliance services for chemical products sold across the United States and Canada. Whether you are formulating a cleaning product, paint, adhesive, personal care item, or aerosol, we help you meet VOC limits set by both federal and regional authorities.

Our in-house team’s deep regulatory expertise to ensure your product is compliant, correctly labeled, and ready for retail, industrial, or cross-border distribution.

Why VOC Compliance Matters

VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) emissions contribute to ground-level ozone and smog, prompting strict regulations in high-population and environmentally sensitive regions. In North America, products are often subject to overlapping rules from both federal and state or provincial governments.
Non-compliance can result in fines, product seizures, retail rejections, and supply chain disruptions. We help you avoid these issues with accurate testing, clear documentation, and region-specific labeling guidance.

Regulatory Coverage in the U.S. and Canada

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United States VOC Compliance

VOC limits in the U.S. are regulated at the federal level by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and are additionally regulated at the state level, with California leading the way through the California Air Resources Board (CARB). Other jurisdictions such as New York, New Jersey, and several OTC (Ozone Transport Commission) states have their own limits and reporting expectations. Dell Tech ensures your product meets the strictest applicable standard.
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Canadian VOC Regulations

Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) regulates VOC content in consumer products under the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA). Product categories such as cleaning agents, personal care items, and air fresheners must meet federal concentration limits and ingredient restrictions.

Dell Tech VOC Compliance Services

VOC Testing

We conduct VOC content calculations using validated methods to determine compliance with CARB, CEPA, and other jurisdictional limits.

VOC Limit Assessment by Product Category

We assess your product against the correct VOC limits for its category and intended market. Where applicable, we identify exemptions or reformulation strategies.

Compliance Labeling Support

We ensure your VOC declarations are correctly worded and positioned on product labels, including aerosol VOC percentages, bilingual requirements for Canada, and compliance statements for Amazon and retail submissions.

Documentation for Retailers & Authorities

We prepare and validate the documentation needed for government inspections, distributor compliance checks, and e-commerce platform requirements.

What Products Are Regulated
for VOCs

VOC regulations apply to a wide range of chemical products, including:

Our team will help you determine whether your product is regulated and what standards apply based on its category, market, and packaging format.

Who We Help

Work with Dell Tech in Canada

Canadian regulations are detailed, evolving, and strictly enforced. Dell Tech’s experience with both federal and provincial standards ensures that your product meets the expectations of Health Canada, Environment and Climate Change Canada, and Canadian retailers. Our lab reports and classification summaries are audit ready and backed by regulatory consultants.

Meet Your Client Services Contact

Kim Samela
Client Services Manager
Kim leads Dell Tech’s Client Services Division, ensuring every project is seamlessly coordinated from initiation to consultant handoff. With over a decade of experience in client relationship management and operational excellence, Kim ensures that clients receive timely communication, clarity, and a smooth project experience across all of Dell Tech’s service areas.

Frequently Asked Questions About VOC Compliance

VOC compliance means that your product meets the maximum allowable concentration of volatile organic compounds set by local or national authorities. These limits vary by product category and region.

No. California has the most stringent limits, followed by other states in the OTC regions. Dell Tech helps you identify the strictest applicable limit and ensures your product is compliant across jurisdictions.

Not always. Canada sets national VOC limits under CEPA, while the U.S. system is more state-driven. A product that meets one country’s rules may not be compliant in the other. Dell Tech ensures your formulation meets both.

We review your product type, ingredients, use case, and packaging to determine whether it falls under VOC regulations. If testing is required, we provide a complete path to compliance.

Yes, especially for aerosol products and any listing flagged as “hazardous” under Amazon’s restricted products policy. Dell Tech provides VOC calculation results and compliance documentation suitable for Amazon submission.

You may need to reformulate, relabel, or limit sales in certain markets. We can assist with identifying exemptions or exploring alternative compliant formulations.

Contact Us

Reach out to Dell Tech for expert VOC testing, classification, and compliance documentation. We’ll help you meet the regulations in every region your product is sold.