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Code of Federal Regulations (Last Updated: May 6, 2024) |
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Title 40 - Protection of Environment |
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Chapter I - Environmental Protection Agency |
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SubChapter I - Solid Wastes |
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Part 246 - Source Separation for Materials Recovery Guidelines |
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Subpart B - Requirements and Recommended Procedures |
§ 246.200-3 - Recommended procedures: Market study.
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§ 246.200-3 Recommended procedures: Market study.
An investigation of markets should be made by the organization responsible for the sale of recyclable materials in each Federal agency and should include at a minimum:
(a) Identifying potential purchasers of the recovered paper through standard market research techniques;
(b) Directly contacting buyers, and determining the buyers' quality specifications, the exact types of paper to be recycled, potential transportation agreements and any minimum quantity criteria; and
(c) Determining the price that the buyer will pay for the recovered paper and the willingness of the buyer to sign a contract for purchase of the paper at a guaranteed minimum price.