Emission
The use of polymers and other performance materials may result in the release of unwanted or disturbing substances. In small spaces, concentrated emissions can affect comfort or user health.
The nature and quantity of these emissions are strictly regulated and quantified in specifications that include qualitative smells tests, quantitative fogging measurements and extensive emission tests.
Static Methods
Static Headspace, Flask Method , Formaldehyde
Standards: VDA 277 PV 3341 VDA 275 PV 3925
Dynamic Methods
Thermal Desorption, Thermal Extraction and Test chamber
Standards: VDA 278 DIN ISO 12219-3 VDA 276
DIN ISO 12219-4 ISO 16000-9
Static Methods
Fogging, Odor
Standards: DIN 75201 PV 3015 ISO 17071 ISO 6452 VDA 270 PV 3900
Below is a selection of test procedures, which UL offers.
| Test method | Standards | |
|---|---|---|
|
VDA 278 |
 |
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| Fogging |
DIN 75201-A |
 |
| Odor |
VDA 270 |
|
| Headspace |
VDA 277 |
|
| Formaldehyde |
VDA 275 |
|
Our test methods comply with most international standards and requirements of the Automobile OEMs
