Creosote

Creosote is not legal to buy or use any more.

Government legislation link: http://www.legislation.gov.uk/uksi/2003/1511/introduction/made
HSE link: http://www.hse.gov.uk/biocides/copr/creosote.htm

Quote from HSE link: "This means that, as of 30 April 2003, retailers are no longer able to sell creosote to the general public, and as of 30 June 2003, the general public are no longer able to use wood preservatives that contain creosote/coal tar creosote. Where retailers still have stocks of amateur use creosote products after 30 April, they should contact their supplier in the first instance, or their local waste regulatory authority. If members of the public have creosote after the 30 June 2003 they should contact their local council for advice on disposal."

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