The purpose of this November 2002 economic impact analysis is to present the results of the Agency’s evaluation of the cost, economic impacts, and benefits from compliance with the requirements of the NESHAP.

This report includes eight chapters that present a description of the industry, the costs associated with the regulatory control options associated with the proposed NESHAP, results of the economic impact analysis, a summary of impacts on small businesses, a listing of the qualitative benefits associated with both the HAP and non-HAP emission reductions, and results of the monetized benefits analysis.

For more information on the rule, visit the regulation page for Plywood and Composite Wood Products Manufacture: National Emission Standards for Hazardous Air Pollutants (NESHAP).

• Economic Impact Analysis of the Plywood and Composite Wood Products NESHAP (PDF)(174 pp, 1 MB, November 2002)