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Current as of January 01, 2026 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
1. Except as set forth in subdivision two of this section and section 27-2513 of this title, on and after January first, two thousand eight, creosote or products containing creosote shall not be manufactured, sold, or used in this state.
2. Wood treated with creosote that is in use in this state as of such date may continue to be used in such use.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - New York Consolidated Laws, Environmental Conservation Law - ENV § 27-2503. Prohibition of manufacture, sale, and use of creosote - last updated January 01, 2026 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ny/environmental-conservation-law/env-sect-27-2503/
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