Emission characteristics of materials testing

Formaldehyde content

Condensable component content (fogging test)

These tests consist of measuring condensed - evaporated volatile components.

Odour

The intensity of the smell (on a suitable scale), the type of smell (description) and subjective sensations (pleasant, unpleasant) are evaluated.

Emissions of Organic Pollutants (TVOC)

Organic substances emitted from test products and materials is analysed by gas and liquid chromatography after absorption on suitable solid adsorbents or directly from the probe.