Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat content

This European Standard specifies a method for determining the amount of solvent soluble matter in dichloromethane.

Federn und Daunen - Prüfverfahren - Bestimmung des Öl- und Fettgehaltes

Diese Europäische Norm beschreibt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung der Menge der durch Dichloromethan löslichen Anteile.

Plumes et duvets - Méthodes d'essai - Détermination du contenu en huiles et graisses

Cette norme européenne décrit une méthode pour déterminer la quantité de matière soluble dans un solvant dichlorométhane.

Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat content

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
20-Aug-1996
Withdrawal Date
20-Feb-1997
ICS
59.040 - Textile auxiliary materials
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 222 - Feather and down as filling material for any article, as well as finished articles filled with feath
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 222 - Feather and down as filling material for any article, as well as finished articles filled with feath
Current Stage
9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
Start Date
12-Oct-2022
Completion Date
14-Apr-2025
Ref Project
SIST EN 1163:2000 - Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat content

Overview

EN 1163:1996 - published by CEN - is a European standard titled "Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat content." The standard specifies a laboratory method for quantifying the amount of solvent‑soluble matter extracted from feather and down when using dichloromethane as the solvent. It is classified under ICS 59.040 (Textile auxiliary materials) and has been adopted as SIST EN 1163:2000 in Slovenia.

Key topics

  • Scope: Defines the purpose and applicability of the test method for feathers and down - specifically the determination of oil and fat content expressed as solvent‑soluble matter in dichloromethane.
  • Test principle: Uses solvent extraction to separate and quantify oils and fats present in feather and down samples (standard specifies use of dichloromethane).
  • Sampling and sample conditioning: Addresses the need for representative sampling and sample preparation appropriate for laboratory measurement (standard text provides the required procedures).
  • Result expression: Specifies how to report oil/fat content results (e.g., units and significant figures), enabling comparison and quality assessment.
  • Quality and reproducibility: Covers requirements for reliable laboratory practice to ensure reproducible measurements between laboratories.
  • Safety and handling: Implies considerations for handling dichloromethane - a volatile solvent - and following appropriate laboratory safety and waste disposal practices.

Applications

EN 1163 is used where accurate measurement of oil and fat in feather and down is required:

  • Quality control in down processing and filling material manufacture (pillows, duvets, jackets).
  • Incoming goods inspection by downstream manufacturers and suppliers to verify material cleanliness and conformity.
  • Laboratory testing and certification services providing standardized test results for commercial specifications.
  • Research and development into cleaning, processing, and finishing methods for feather and down products.
  • Regulatory and procurement specifications that require a standardized test method for oil/fat content.

Who uses this standard

  • Textile and bedding manufacturers
  • Down processors and cleaning facilities
  • Independent testing laboratories and certification bodies
  • Product specifiers, purchasers, and compliance officers

Related standards

  • Other CEN/EN standards on feather and down test methods and textile auxiliary materials (see national adoptions such as SIST EN 1163:2000). Laboratories typically apply EN 1163 in combination with complementary standards covering sampling, labeling and other quality parameters.

Keywords: EN 1163, feather and down, oil and fat content, dichloromethane, solvent soluble matter, test methods, CEN, textile auxiliary materials, quality control.

Frequently Asked Questions

EN 1163:1996 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat content". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method for determining the amount of solvent soluble matter in dichloromethane.

This European Standard specifies a method for determining the amount of solvent soluble matter in dichloromethane.

EN 1163:1996 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.040 - Textile auxiliary materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

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Standards Content (Sample)


2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Feather and down - Test methods - Determination of the oil and fat contentFedern und Daunen - Prüfverfahren - Bestimmung des Öl- und FettgehaltesPlumes et duvets - Méthodes d'essai - Détermination du contenu en huiles et graissesFeather and down - Test m
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