BS ISO 12219-1:2021 - Interior Air of Road Vehicles Whole Vehicle Test Chamber

Specification and Method for the Determination of Volatile Organic Compounds in Cabin Interiors

Ensure the highest standards of air quality within your vehicle cabins with the BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard. This comprehensive document provides detailed specifications and methodologies for the determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs) in the interiors of road vehicles. Released on September 7, 2021, this standard is essential for manufacturers, quality control professionals, and environmental health experts who are committed to maintaining optimal air quality in vehicle cabins.

Key Features and Benefits

• Standard Number: BS ISO 12219-1:2021
• Pages: 40
• Released: 2021-09-07
• ISBN: 978 0 580 98525 6
• Status: Standard

This standard is meticulously crafted to provide a robust framework for testing and evaluating the air quality within vehicle cabins. It outlines the use of a whole vehicle test chamber, ensuring that every aspect of the vehicle's interior air is thoroughly examined for the presence of VOCs. By adhering to this standard, you can guarantee that your vehicles meet the highest air quality standards, thereby enhancing the health and comfort of passengers.

Comprehensive Testing Methodology

The BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard details a comprehensive testing methodology that includes:

• Preparation and conditioning of the test vehicle
• Use of a whole vehicle test chamber to simulate real-world conditions
• Sampling and analysis of air within the vehicle cabin
• Identification and quantification of various VOCs

These rigorous testing procedures ensure that all potential sources of VOCs are identified and measured accurately, providing a clear picture of the air quality within the vehicle cabin.

Why Air Quality Matters

Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) are a group of chemicals that can easily become vapors or gases. They are emitted by a wide array of products, including vehicle interiors. Prolonged exposure to VOCs can lead to various health issues, such as headaches, dizziness, respiratory problems, and even long-term chronic conditions. Therefore, maintaining low levels of VOCs in vehicle cabins is crucial for the health and well-being of passengers.

Who Should Use This Standard?

The BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard is indispensable for:

• Automobile manufacturers
• Quality control and assurance professionals
• Environmental health and safety experts
• Regulatory bodies and compliance officers

By implementing this standard, these professionals can ensure that their vehicles provide a safe and healthy environment for passengers, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Stay Ahead with the Latest Standards

In an ever-evolving industry, staying updated with the latest standards is crucial. The BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard reflects the latest advancements and best practices in the field of vehicle interior air quality. By adopting this standard, you demonstrate your commitment to excellence and your proactive approach to addressing potential health risks associated with VOCs.

Conclusion

The BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard is a vital resource for anyone involved in the design, manufacture, and quality control of road vehicles. It provides a detailed and reliable methodology for assessing and ensuring the air quality within vehicle cabins, thereby safeguarding the health and comfort of passengers. With its comprehensive guidelines and rigorous testing procedures, this standard is an essential tool for maintaining the highest standards of vehicle interior air quality.

Invest in the BS ISO 12219-1:2021 standard today and take a significant step towards ensuring the well-being of your vehicle's occupants.

BS ISO 12219-1:2021

This standard BS ISO 12219-1:2021 Interior air of road vehicles is classified in these ICS categories:

• 43.020 Road vehicles in general
• 13.040.20 Ambient atmospheres

This document specifies the whole vehicle test chamber, the vapour sampling assembly and the operating conditions for the determination of volatile organic compounds (VOCs), and carbonyl compounds in vehicle cabin air. There are three measurements performed: one (for VOCs and carbonyl compounds) during the simulation of ambient conditions (ambient mode) at standard conditions of 23 °C - 25 °C with no air exchange; a second only for the measurement of formaldehyde at elevated temperatures (parking mode); and a third for VOCs and carbonyl compounds simulating driving after the vehicle has been parked in the sun starting at elevated temperatures (driving mode). For the simulation of the mean sun irradiation, a fixed irradiation in the whole vehicle test chamber is employed.

The VOC method is valid for measurement of non-polar and slightly polar VOCs in a concentration range of sub-micrograms per cubic metre up to several milligrams per cubic metre. Using the principles specified in this method, some semi-volatile organic compounds (SVOC) can also be analysed. Compatible compounds are those which can be trapped and released from the Tenax TA^{® 1}

sorbent tubes described in ISO 16000-6 , which includes VOCs ranging in volatility from n-C₆ to n-C₁₆.

The sampling and analysis procedure for formaldehyde and other carbonyl compounds is performed by collecting air on to cartridges coated with 2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazine (DNPH) and subsequent analysis by high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) with detection by ultraviolet absorption. Formaldehyde and other carbonyl compounds can be determined in the approximate concentration range 1 µg/m³ to 1 mg/m³.

The method is valid for passenger cars, as defined in ECE-TRANS-WP.29/1045 .

This document gives guidelines for:

1. transport and storage of the test vehicles until the start of the test;

2. conditioning for the surroundings of the test vehicle and the test vehicle itself as well as the whole vehicle test chamber;

3. conditioning of the test vehicle prior to measurements;

4. simulation of ambient air conditions (ambient mode);

5. formaldehyde sampling at elevated temperatures (parking mode);

6. simulation of driving after the test vehicle has been parked in the sun (driving mode).