Wood preservation facilities, inorganic boron: chapter I, table 1
Table 1. Overview of Borate Use in Canada
| Feature | Characteristics |
| Treated wood use limitations in Canada | For interior construction in residential and institutional/industrial buildings, and for exterior wood that will be protected from excessive rain and not in direct contact with soil. Types of wood include, but are not limited to, all types of lumber, logs, timber, siding and plywood. *Note: permitted uses and limitations of boron-treated wood may change over time. Refer to pesticide label for up-to-date uses. |
| General process of application | Pressure treatment (refer to the pesticide label for details). |
The CSA O80 Series of Standards specifies requirements related to the preservation and fire retardance of wood through chemical treatment (pressure), which includes Boron-treated products. (1)
Treatment conditions must be calibrated to yield the target retention levels described on the pesticide label