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The Cabinet Makers Association, which represents small to mid-sized operations, announced appointments beginning July 1. CMA will be led by Chris Dehmer of Dark Horse Woodworking, who has been appointed as the association's president.

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The Canadian government has proposed formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood products that are similar to those in the U.S. The proposed limits are 0.05 ppm for hardwood plywood and laminated products, 0.09 ppm for particleboard, 0.11 ppm for MDF and 0.13 ppm for thin MDF.

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The Decorative Hardwoods Association Technical Brief succinctly explains the products affected, companies' responsibilities, and recordkeeping requirements of EPA's TSCA Title VI formaldehyde emission standards.

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Technical Brief (PDF)

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Decorative Hardwoods Association president Kip Howlett will discuss the latest issues in international trade at the 2019 Association of Woodworking & Furnishing Suppliers Fair in Las Vegas on Wednesday, July 17 at 3:30 p.m. The event is WE30: Wood Industry Regulatory Update. There is no charge to attend.

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AWFS Fair: WE30: Wood Industry Regulatory Update

As China’s economy slowed over the past two years, the value of imported wood products declined, falling about 10% in the first four months of 2019. While U.S. imports fell by 42%, imports from Canada and Russia increased by 12% and 4%, respectively.

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