BS EN 16733:2016

This standard BS EN 16733:2016 Reaction to fire tests for building products. Determination of a building product's propensity to undergo continuous smouldering is classified in these ICS categories:

• 13.220.50 Fire-resistance of building materials and elements

This European Standard specifies a test method to determine the propensity (ability) of a building product to smoulder continuously when exposed to an open flame under the influence of natural convective airflow.

It is intended for all building products classified according to EN 13501‑1 . Details as to how the products is mounted and fixed for this test are given in the relevant product standards. The field of application of the test results is defined in the product standards.