What does VOC mean?
VOC stands for Volatile Organic Compound. VOCs are any organic compound that readily evaporates into the atmosphere at room temperature. VOCs contribute to smog and certain health problems. VOCs often have noticeable odors and examples include gasoline, lighter fluid, caulks, sealants, adhesives, and paints. By utilizing low VOC caulks, sealants, adhesives, paints and other items in your home, you reduce the possibility of health problems and increase the quality of the air you and your family breathes.
VOC refers to “volatile organic compound”; some examples are paint thinner, mineral spirits, alcohol, gasoline, ethylene glycol, acetone and xylol. VOCs are harmful to both people and the environment. Most architectural paints contain some VOCs. The EPA is limiting the level of VOCs in paints, because when they evaporate into the air when the paint dries, they can contribute to low-level smog generation.
Volatile Organic Compound. This is a standard measure in the coatings industry, comparing weight over volume. That is, the pounds of VOC found in each gallon of a specific material. States have different regulations on maximum VOC contents. Some areas of California have very strict V.O.C. regulations which prevent Kirker from selling its products in that state.
