VOC Content for Cleaning Products
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) can cause cancer, eye, nose or throat irritation, and damage the liver, kidneys and central nervous system. This test determines the amount of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in a chemical mixture of a cleaning product using CARB 310 method.
What SGS can help?
SGS offers testing services according to US California Air Resources Board (CARB) 310 method for the determination of VOC in consumer products.
Consumer Products Regulations - Article 2: Regulation for Reducing Emissions from Consumer Products
VOC content is restricted in the following cleaning products, for example:
- General purpose cleaner
- Wood cleaner
- Oven or grill cleaner
- Glass cleaner
- Electronic cleaner
- Electrical cleaner
- Carpet/upholstery cleaner
- Bathroom and tile cleaner
How long will the test take?
It takes 16-18 working days for a regular service.
How much sample should be submitted for the test?
Please submit a minimum of 1L per product for one test.
