Category of plant Particle emission limits Date of application
(kg/t of sinters produced,
including the recirculating
load, where applicable)
Existing plant established 0.12 30 June 2011
or put into operation or
the construction of which
commenced on or before
14 November 1979
Existing plant established 0.10 30 June 2011
or put into operation or
the construction of which
commenced after
14 November 1979
Existing plant 0.075 30 June 2014
New plant 0.05 30 June 2011