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The Factories Act, 1948

Permissible limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances

In force Act 63 of 1948 As on 06 Oct 2026

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Act 63 of 1948

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Section 41F of the Factories Act, 1948 deals with permissible limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances. The maximum permissible threshold limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances in manufacturing processes (whether hazardous or otherwise) in any factory shall be of the value indicated in the Second Schedule.

(1) The maximum permissible threshold limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances in manufacturing processes (whether hazardous or otherwise) in any factory shall be of the value indicated in the Second Schedule.

(2) The Central Government may, at any time, for the purpose of giving effect to any scientific proof obtained from specialised institutions or experts in the field by notification in the Official Gazelle, make suitable changes in the said Schedule.

Section 41F, The Factories Act, 1948 (Act 63 of 1948).

Questions about Section 41F

What does Section 41F of the Factories Act deal with?

Section 41F of the Factories Act is headed "Permissible limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances". The maximum permissible threshold limits of exposure of chemical and toxic substances in manufacturing processes (whether hazardous or otherwise) in any factory shall be of the value indicated in the Second Schedule.

How do I find court cases under Section 41F of the Factories Act?

In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Factories Act 1948 Bihar 41F, section 41F Factories Act 1948 Bihar, section 41F of the Factories Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

When was the Factories Act enacted?

Factories Act was enacted in 1948 as Act 63 of 1948. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

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