Coating
Coating means a material applied to a substrate for decorative, protective, or functional purposes. Such materials include, but are not limited to, paints, sealants, caulks, inks, adhesives, primers, deadeners, and maskants. Decorative, protective, or functional materials that consist only of protective oils for metal, acids, bases, or any combination of these substances are not considered coatings for the purposes of this subpart.
Source
40 CFR § 63.3176
Scoping language
Terms used in this subpart are defined in the CAA, in the General Provisions of this part, and in this section as follows: