87 chapters · 1,249 sections in this title.
RCW 70A.410.005 Finding.
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The legislature hereby finds and declares that:(1) Phosphorus loading of surface waters can stimulate the growth of weeds and algae, and that such growth can have adverse environmental, health, and aesthetic effects;(2) Household detergents contribute to phosphorus loading, and t…
RCW 70A.410.010 Definitions.
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Unless the context clearly requires otherwise, the definitions in this section apply throughout RCW 70A.410.005 through 70A.410.030.(1) "Department" means the department of ecology.(2) "Dishwashing detergent" means a cleaning agent sold, used, or manufactured for the purpose of c…
RCW 70A.410.020 Phosphorus content regulated.
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(1) After July 1, 1994, a person may not sell or distribute for sale a laundry detergent that contains 0.5 percent or more phosphorus by weight.(2)(a) After July 1, 1994, and until the dates specified in this subsection, a person may not sell or distribute for sale a dishwashing …
RCW 70A.410.030 Notice to distributors and wholesalers.
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The department is responsible for notifying major distributors and wholesalers of the statewide limit on phosphorus in detergents.[ 1993 c 118 s 4. Formerly RCW 70.95L.030.]
RCW 70A.410.040 Injunction.
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The attorney general or appropriate city or county prosecuting attorney is authorized to bring an appropriate action to enjoin any violation of the provisions of RCW 70A.410.020.[ 2020 c 20 s 1244; 1993 c 118 s 5. Formerly RCW 70.95L.040.]