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Vehicle Adhesive Requirements for Compliance Decals

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Compliance decals must use adhesives appropriate for the substrate (painted metal, fiberglass, aluminum, marine gel coat) to ensure permanent attachment.

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The wrong adhesive causes decals to fall off — creating non-compliance. Acrylic pressure-sensitive adhesives work on most vehicles. Boats need marine-grade.

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Specific Requirements

Acrylic PSA for painted metal trucks

Marine-grade adhesive for vessel hulls

Surface must be clean, dry, and above 10°C

Permanent adhesive — not repositionable

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Regulation Quick Facts

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🇨🇦 Canada
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Compliance Materials Standards
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