Michigan Compiled Laws
451-1994-II-5-172. - Part 172. Mercury-Added Products (324.17201...324.17206)
Section 324.17202 - Mercury Thermometer; Sale, Offer for Sale, or Offer for Promotional Purposes.

Sec. 17202.
(1) Except as provided in subsection (2), beginning on January 1, 2003, a person shall not sell, offer for sale, or offer for promotional purposes a mercury thermometer in this state or for use in this state. This subsection does not apply if the mercury thermometer is sold or offered for either of the following:
(a) A use for which a mercury thermometer is required by state or federal statute, regulation, or administrative rule.
(b) Pharmaceutical research purposes.
(2) Beginning on January 1, 2003, a person shall not sell, offer for sale, or offer for promotional purposes a mercury fever thermometer in this state or for use in this state, except by prescription. A manufacturer of mercury fever thermometers shall supply clear instructions on the careful handling of the thermometer to avoid breakage and proper cleanup should a breakage occur with each mercury fever thermometer sold by prescription.
History: Add. 2002, Act 578, Imd. Eff. Oct. 3, 2002 Popular Name: Act 451Popular Name: NREPA

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