If you’re releasing a composite wood product onto the US and international markets, contact:HingWo Tsang, Ph. If approved, the new law will take effect on January 1, 2020.media@sgs.France plans to regulate emissions under an amendment to its environmental law on labeling requirements for volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in furniture containing wood-based panels.com/en/news/2017/04/are-your-composite-wood-produ.D.The formaldehyde emission standards for composite wood productsThe Act establishes formaldehyde emission standards using chamber methods (ASTM E1333 or ASTM D6007). Research has shown that these resins can emit formaldehyde – a colorless, flammable gas with a strong irritating odor – at room temperature.European Union (EU) legislationThe EU has no community-wide legislation regulating formaldehyde emission in composite wood panels. What does it mean for companies?Composite wood panels, and finished products containing composite wood, must comply with the Act.With new standards regarding formaldehyde emissions from composite wood products coming into force in the US and Europe, manufacturers are turning to SGS to help ensure compliance.

 

These standards are identical to those in Phase 2 of the Air Toxic Control Measure (ATCM) to control formaldehyde emissions under the California Air Resources Board (CARB). TSCA Title VI is the federal law for formaldehyde emissions in composite wood.EN 717-1 ‘Wood-based Panels – Determination of Formaldehyde Release – vertical wood band saws Suppliers Formaldehyde emission by the chamber method’ specifies a method that is often adopted for meeting the requirements.com/en/news/2017/04/are-your-composite-wood-produ. What’s more, high levels of exposure may cause some types of cancer. The company offers training and advisory services in the field of formaldehyde emissions in composite wood panels, and has a global network of accredited testing laboratories.1, Mons CalpeChitcombe RoadBroad OakRyeEast SussexTN31 6EUThis release was published on openPR.)According to the Act, products that are certified by a CARB-approved TPC are also considered certified under Toxic Substances Control Act Title VI until December 12, 2018. As a trusted partner for panel manufacturers, fabricators of finished goods, distributors, importers and retailers, SGS helps organizations to avoid the cost and inconvenience of non-compliance.

 

. The products affected by formaldehyde emissions include:•Cabinets, children’s toys, composite wood panels, counter tops•Flooring, furniture•Mobile homes/recreational vehicles, moldings in homes•Picture frames •Shelving US legislationThe US has introduced the Formaldehyde Standards for Composite Wood Products Act covering the following composite wood products:•Hardwood plywood composite core (HWPW-CC)•Hardwood plywood veneer core (HWPW-VC)•Particleboards (PBs)•Medium density fiberboards (MDFs), including thin-MDFs•Laminate products within the meaning of HWPWThe Act aims to ensure emissions are within prescribed standards before being used to manufacture consumer goods such as indoor and outdoor furniture..com/furnitureAbout SGS SGS is the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing and certification company.. The obligations facing organizations depend upon their role(s) within the supply chain. It also legislates for third-party certification programs; incentives for products manufactured from ultra-low-emitting formaldehyde resins (ULEF) and no added-formaldehyde-based resins (NAF); product labeling; Accreditation Bodies (ABs) and Third-Party Certifiers (TPCs).These products are wood-based panels made from wood pieces, particles or fibers that have been bonded together using various adhesives, including urea-formaldehyde resins. SGS is recognized as the global benchmark for quality and integrity. For more information, see our Consumer Compact articleFor more information, view our Consumer Compact article   SGS do to help?SGS is an approved CARB TPC with world-class expertise in the regulatory landscape..sgs..sgs. However, member states including Austria, Germany, Denmark and Sweden have national legislation that restricts such emissions. With more than 90,000 employees, SGS operates a network of over 2,000 offices and laboratories around the world.sgs.Global Information and Innovation ManagerHardlinesSGS Hong Kong LimitedEmail: cts