EN ISO 1158:2026
(Main)Plastics - Vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers - Determination of chlorine content (ISO 1158:2026)
Plastics - Vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers - Determination of chlorine content (ISO 1158:2026)
This document specifies two methods for the determination of the chlorine content of homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl chloride, free from plasticizers or additives, namely:
method A (combustion in a bomb);
method B (combustion in a flask).
Kunststoffe - Vinylchlorid-Homopolymere und -Copolymere - Bestimmung des Chlorgehalts (ISO 1158:2026)
Dieses Dokument legt zwei Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Chlorgehalts von Homopolymeren und Copolymeren des Vinylchlorids fest, die frei von Weichmachern oder Additiven sind, und zwar:
Verfahren A (Verbrennen in einer Bombe);
Verfahren B (Verbrennen in einem Glaskolben).
WARNUNG — Alle Vorsichtsmaßnahmen in diesem Dokument müssen getroffen werden, um die Ausführenden vor den Risiken zu schützen, die von beiden Verfahren ausgehen.
Plastiques - Homopolymères et copolymères de chlorure de vinyle - Dosage du chlore (ISO 1158:2026)
Le présent document spécifie deux méthodes pour le dosage du chlore dans les homopolymères et les copolymères de chlorure de vinyle ne contenant ni plastifiants ni additifs, à savoir:
méthode A (combustion dans une bombe);
méthode B (combustion dans un ballon).
Polimerni materiali - Homo- in kopolimeri vinilklorida - Določevanje klora (ISO 1158:2026)
Ta dokument določa dve metodi za določanje vsebnosti klora v homopolimerih in kopolimerih vinilklorida, brez plastifikatorjev ali dodatkov, in sicer:
- metoda A (sežig v bombi);
- metoda B (sežig v bučki).
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 10-Mar-2026
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 249 - Plastics
- Current Stage
- 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
- Start Date
- 11-Mar-2026
- Completion Date
- 11-Mar-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 08-Nov-2023
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 08-Apr-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Referred By
EN 607:2023 - Eaves gutters and fittings made of PVC-U - Definitions, requirements and testing - Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
- Effective Date
- 18-Mar-2026
Overview
The FprEN ISO 1158:2025 standard specifies standardized methods for the determination of chlorine content in vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers. These plastics, commonly used in various industrial applications, must be accurately characterized to ensure quality and compliance. This updated ISO draft provides two validated combustion-based analytical techniques-Method A (combustion in a bomb) and Method B (combustion in a flask)-to precisely measure chlorine levels in these polymers. The standard excludes plasticizers and additives to ensure consistent results.
Developed under the oversight of ISO/TC 61/SC 9, this standard also serves as a reference method for other chlorine-containing polymer materials such as chlorinated polyethylene and polyvinyl chloride. The latest revision enhances methodological accuracy and safety, reflecting decades of progress since the 1988 edition.
Key Topics
Scope and Application
Covers homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl chloride free from plasticizers and additives. Also applicable as a reference for related chlorine-containing polymers.Analytical Methods
- Method A: Combustion Bomb – Using sodium peroxide in a sealed steel bomb to oxidize the sample, followed by titration.
- Method B: Oxygen Flask – Combustion in an oxygen-flushed flask with a platinum wire ignition system, followed by titration.
Reagents and Apparatus
Use of analytical-grade reagents such as silver nitrate for titration, sodium peroxide, and nitric acid solutions. The apparatus includes combustion bombs, specialized flasks, potentiometric or Volhard titration equipment, drying ovens, and precision balances.Procedural Details
Includes sample preparation (drying and size reduction), controlled combustion, titration endpoint determination (via potentiometric or Volhard methods), and blank testing to ensure accuracy.Safety Precautions
Emphasizes operator protection during combustion processes due to the handling of reactive chemicals and high temperatures.Precision and Reporting
Defines accuracy requirements for weighing and titration, and mandates detailed documentation of test conditions and results in the test report.
Applications
The determination of chlorine content in vinyl chloride polymers is critical in:
- Quality control and assurance in manufacturing PVC and related thermoplastics
- Regulatory compliance and certification requiring chlorine content verification in plastics destined for electrical insulation, packaging, and construction materials
- Research and development for polymer formulation and stability studies
- Material specification and validation in industries such as automotive, electronics, and healthcare where precise chlorine levels influence performance and safety
- Reference testing in labs performing comparative analysis on chlorine-containing plastic compounds
Accurate chlorine determination helps optimize production processes, ensure product consistency, and mitigate environmental impacts by controlling chlorine-based emissions.
Related Standards
- ISO 3696: Water for Analytical Laboratory Use – Specifies the purity requirements for water used in chemical analysis.
- ISO 6353-1: Reagents for Chemical Analysis – Provides guidance on general test methods for analytical reagents.
- ISO 1158:1988 – The previous edition of this standard, now superseded by the 2025 revision.
- Other ISO/TC 61 Plastics Standards – Related thermoplastics and polymer testing methodologies developed by the same technical committee.
By aligning testing practices with ISO/DIS 1158:2025, laboratories and industries can ensure adherence to internationally accepted methods, enhancing interoperability and product reliability across global markets.
Keywords: vinyl chloride polymers, chlorine content determination, plastics testing, combustion methods, analytical chemistry, potentiometric titration, Volhard titration, thermoplastic polymers, ISO 1158, PVC quality control, chlorine analysis in polymers.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN ISO 1158:2026 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics - Vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers - Determination of chlorine content (ISO 1158:2026)". This standard covers: This document specifies two methods for the determination of the chlorine content of homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl chloride, free from plasticizers or additives, namely: method A (combustion in a bomb); method B (combustion in a flask).
This document specifies two methods for the determination of the chlorine content of homopolymers and copolymers of vinyl chloride, free from plasticizers or additives, namely: method A (combustion in a bomb); method B (combustion in a flask).
EN ISO 1158:2026 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 83.080.20 - Thermoplastic materials. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN ISO 1158:2026 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 1158:1998, ISO 3696:1987, ISO 6353-1:1982, EN 13476-2:2018, EN 13476-2:2018+A1:2020, EN 13476-3:2018, EN 13476-3:2018+A1:2020, EN 1329-1:2020, EN 934-1:2008, EN 934-5:2007, EN 1401-1:2019+A1:2023, EN 13476-3:2025, EN 12878:2005, EN 607:2023, EN 17670-2:2023. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN ISO 1158:2026 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-maj-2026
Polimerni materiali - Homo- in kopolimeri vinilklorida - Določevanje klora (ISO
1158:2026)
Plastics - Vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers - Determination of chlorine
content (ISO 1158:2026)
Kunststoffe - Vinylchloridhomopolymere und Copolymere - Bestimmung des
Chlorgehalts (ISO 1158:2026)
Plastiques - Homopolymères et copolymères de chlorure de vinyle - Dosage du chlore
(ISO 1158:2026)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 1158:2026
ICS:
83.080.20 Plastomeri Thermoplastic materials
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
EN ISO 1158
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
March 2026
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 83.080.20 Supersedes EN ISO 1158:1998
English Version
Plastics - Vinyl chloride homopolymers and copolymers -
Determination of chlorine content (ISO 1158:2026)
Plastiques - Homopolymères et copolymères de Kunststoffe - Vinylchloridhomopolymere und
chlorure de vinyle - Dosage du chlore (ISO 1158:2026) Copolymere - Bestimmung des Chlorgehalts (ISO
1158:2026)
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Contents Page
European foreword . 3
European foreword
This document (EN ISO 1158:2026) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 61 "Plastics" in
collaboration with Technical Committee CEN/TC 249 “Plastics” the secretariat of which is held by SIS.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an
identical text or by endorsement, at the latest by September 2026, and conflicting national standards
shall be withdrawn at the latest by September 2026.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document supersedes EN ISO 1158:1998.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards
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North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Türkiye and the
United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 1158:2026 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 1158:2026 without any modification.
International
Standard
ISO 1158
Fourth edition
Plastics — Vinyl chloride
2026-03
homopolymers and copolymers —
Determination of chlorine content
Plastiques — Homopolymères et copolymères de chlorure de
vinyle — Dosage du chlore
Reference number
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ISO 1158:2026(en)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Test sample . 4
8 Procedure . 5
8.1 Method A — Combustion bomb . .5
8.2 Method B — Oxygen flask .5
9 Expression of results . 7
10 Precision . 7
11 Test report . 7
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ISO 1158:2026(en)
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 61, Plastics, Subcommittee SC 9, Thermoplastics
materials, in collaboration with the European Committee for Standardization (CEN) Technical Committee
CEN/TC 249, Plastics, in accordance with the Agreement on technical cooperation between ISO and CEN
(Vienna Agreement).
This fourth edition cancels and replaces the third edition (ISO 1158:1998), which has been technically
revised.
The main changes are as follows:
— the mandatory normative references clause has been added (see Clause 2);
— the mandatory terms and definitions clauses has been added (see Clause 3)
— the unit of concentration of nitric acid solution has been changed, and a preparation method has been
added (see 5.3);
— a method for determining the endpoint of titration by potentiometric titration has been added (see 8.1.6,
8.2.5);
— the preparation method of potassium hydroxide solution has been added (see 5.5.3);
— the requirements of fi
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