EN 16199:2012
(Main)Fertilizers - Determination of the sodium extracted by flame-emission spectrometry
Fertilizers - Determination of the sodium extracted by flame-emission spectrometry
This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the sodium content in fertilizer extracts by flame-emission spectrometry.
The method is applicable to EC fertilizers for which a declaration of the sodium content is provided for in Regulation (EC) Nr 2003/2003, Annex I [3].
Düngemittel - Bestimmung von extrahiertem Natrium mit Emissions-Flammenspektrometrie
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Natriumgehalts in Düngemittel¬extrakten mit Emissions-Flammenspektrometrie fest.
Das Verfahren gilt für EG-Düngemittel, für die eine Angabe des Natriumgehalts entsprechend der Verordnung (EG) Nr. 2003/2003, Anhang I, [3], vorgeschrieben ist.
Engrais - Dosage du sodium extrait par spectrométrie d'émission de flamme
La présente norme européenne spécifie une méthode de dosage du sodium dans des extraits d’échantillons d’engrais par spectrométrie d'émission de flamme.
La méthode est applicable aux engrais CE pour lesquels une déclaration de la teneur en sodium est prévue dans le Règlement (CE) n° 2003/2003, Annexe I [3].
Gnojila - Določevanje ekstrahiranega natrija s plamensko emisijsko spektrometrijo
Ta evropski standard določa metodo za določevanje vsebnosti natrija v ekstraktih gnojil s plamensko emisijsko spektrometrijo. Metoda se uporablja za gnojila ES, za katera je v Prilogi I k Uredbi (ES) št. 2003/2003 navedena vsebnost natrija.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 13-Nov-2012
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-May-2013
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 260 - Fertilizers and liming materials
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 260/WG 7 - Chemical analysis
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 04-Jun-2024
- Completion Date
- 14-Apr-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 18-Jan-2012
Overview - EN 16199:2012 (Fertilizers / Sodium by flame-emission)
EN 16199:2012 is a CEN European Standard that specifies a laboratory method for the determination of sodium extracted from fertilizer samples by flame‑emission spectrometry. The procedure applies to EC fertilizers for which sodium content must be declared under Regulation (EC) No 2003/2003, Annex I. The method uses extracts prepared according to EN 15960 or EN 15961 and measures sodium emission at the sodium D‑line (589.3 nm).
Key topics and technical requirements
- Analytical principle: Flame‑emission spectrometry of diluted fertilizer extracts, after extraction per EN 15960 (total) or EN 15961 (water soluble).
- Sampling / sample prep: Sampling itself is outside the method but EN 1482 series is referenced for sampling and EN 1482-2 for sample preparation and grinding to homogeneity.
- Reagents and standards: Includes diluted HCl, aluminium nitrate, caesium chloride (CsCl), anhydrous NaCl and a 1 mg/ml sodium standard. A CsCl/Al(NO3)3 matrix modifier solution and a series of calibration solutions (0–10 µg/ml Na) are specified.
- Apparatus: A flame‑emission spectrometer set at 589.3 nm and calibrated glassware (100, 250, 1 000 ml flasks).
- Procedure: Prepare appropriate intermediate and final dilutions (tables provided) depending on expected Na content, add Cs/Al modifier, calibrate instrument with prepared standards, measure samples in triplicate.
- Calculations: Sodium mass fraction (wNa) and converted Na2O content (wNa2O) calculated using the measured concentration and dilution factors; conversion factor Na → Na2O (1.348) is given.
- Precision and validation: Precision assessed in inter‑laboratory studies (2007, 2009) with repeatability (r) and reproducibility (R) limits calculated per ISO 5725‑2; reported r and R depend on sample matrix and concentration.
Applications and who uses it
- Laboratories performing routine fertilizer quality control and compliance testing.
- Manufacturers and quality assurance teams verifying declared sodium content on EC fertilizers.
- Regulatory bodies and notified laboratories enforcing Regulation (EC) No 2003/2003 labeling and composition rules.
- Research labs comparing extraction methods (EN 15960 vs EN 15961) for sodium analysis.
Practical value / benefits
- Provides a standardized, reproducible method for accurate sodium quantification in fertilizer extracts.
- Enables industry and regulators to compare results across labs using established repeatability and reproducibility criteria.
- Supports compliance with EU fertilizer declaration requirements and product labeling.
Related standards
- EN 15960, EN 15961 (extraction procedures)
- EN 1482‑1 / EN 1482‑2 (sampling and sample preparation)
- ISO 5725‑2 (precision evaluation methodology)
- Regulation (EC) No 2003/2003 (fertilizer declaration requirements)
Keywords: EN 16199:2012, fertilizers sodium determination, flame‑emission spectrometry, CEN, EN 15960, EN 15961, fertilizer analysis, sodium by flame emission.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 16199:2012 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Fertilizers - Determination of the sodium extracted by flame-emission spectrometry". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the sodium content in fertilizer extracts by flame-emission spectrometry. The method is applicable to EC fertilizers for which a declaration of the sodium content is provided for in Regulation (EC) Nr 2003/2003, Annex I [3].
This European Standard specifies a method for the determination of the sodium content in fertilizer extracts by flame-emission spectrometry. The method is applicable to EC fertilizers for which a declaration of the sodium content is provided for in Regulation (EC) Nr 2003/2003, Annex I [3].
EN 16199:2012 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 65.080 - Fertilizers. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 16199:2012 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to CEN/TS 16199:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 16199:2012 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2003/2003, 2019/1009; Standardization Mandates: M/335. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Düngemittel - Bestimmung von extrahiertem Natrium mit Emissions-FlammenspektrometrieEngrais - Dosage du sodium extrait par spectrométrie d'émission de flammeFertilizers - Determination of the sodium extracted by flame-emission spectrometry65.080GnojilaFertilizersICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16199:2012SIST EN 16199:2013en,fr,de01-maj-2013SIST EN 16199:2013SLOVENSKI
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EN 16199
November 2012 ICS 65.080 Supersedes CEN/TS 16199:2011English Version
Fertilizers - Determination of the sodium extracted by flame-emission spectrometry
Engrais - Dosage du sodium extrait par spectrométrie d'émission de flamme
Düngemittel - Bestimmung von extrahiertem Natrium mit Emissions-Flammenspektrometrie This European Standard was approved by CEN on 6 October 2012.
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