VOC Emission Testing from Coated and Laminated Textiles
topic
VOC emission testing places coated or laminated textile specimens in climate-controlled 1 cubic metre test chambers at defined temperature, humidity, and air change rate conditions, sampling emitted volatiles onto Tenax TA thermal desorption tubes or DNPH cartridges after defined equilibration periods for GC-MS identification and quantification of individual VOC species.
Role
Characterises indoor air quality impact of PVC, polyurethane, and acrylic-coated textiles used in automotive interiors, upholstery, and floor coverings under REACH, Oeko-Tex Eco Passport, and automotive VOC emission specifications including German VDA 278 and the AgBB scheme for indoor building products.