SIST EN 15408:2011
(Main)Solid recovered fuels - Methods for the determination of sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) content
Solid recovered fuels - Methods for the determination of sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) content
This European Standard specifies the determination of S, Cl, F and Br in solid recovered fuels of various origin and composition after combustion in oxygen atmosphere. This method is applicable for concentrations over 0,025 g/kg, depending on the element and on the determination technique. In the case of fluorine this method is applicable for concentration over 0,015 g/kg.
Insoluble halides and sulphate present in the original sample or produced during the combustion step are not completely determined by these methods.
This European Standard provides recommendations concerning standardised methods for determination of halides and sulphate in the solution obtained after combustion.
Feste Sekundärbrennstoffe - Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Gehaltes an Schwefel (S), Chlor (Cl), Fluor (F) und Brom (Br)
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Bestimmung von S, Cl, F und Br in festen Sekundärbrennstoffen unterschiedlicher Herkunft und Zusammensetzung nach dem Verbrennen in einer Sauerstoffatmosphäre fest. Dieses Verfahren gilt für Massenanteile größer 0,025 g/kg; die Massenanteile sind abhängig vom Element und von den Bestimmungsverfahren. Im Fall von Fluor ist dieses Verfahren bei einem Massenanteil größer 0,015 g/kg anwendbar. In der Ausgangsprobe vorliegende oder beim Verbrennungsschritt entstandene unlösliche Halogenide und Sulfate werden mit diesen Verfahren nicht vollständig bestimmt. Diese Europäische Norm gibt Empfehlungen hinsichtlich genormter Verfahren zur Bestimmung von Haloge-niden und Sulfaten in der nach der Verbrennung erhaltenen Lösung.
Combustibles solides de récupération - Méthodes pour la détermination de la teneur en soufre (S), en chlore (Cl), en fluor (F), et en brome (Br)
La présente Norme européenne décrit la détermination du S, du Cl, du F et du Br dans les combustibles solides de récupération présentant des origines et des compositions diverses, après combustion dans une atmosphère en présence d’oxygène. Cette méthode s’applique à des concentrations supérieures à 0,025 g/kg, en fonction de l’élément et de la technique de détermination. Dans le cas du fluor, cette méthode est applicable à une concentration supérieure à 0,015 g/kg. Ces méthodes ne permettent pas de déterminer totalement les sulfates et halogénures insolubles présents dans l’échantillon d’origine ou produits au cours de l’étape de combustion. La présente Norme européenne apporte des recommandations concernant les méthodes normalisées de détermination des halogénures et sulfates dans la solution obtenue après combustion.
Trdna alternativna goriva - Metode za določevanje žvepla (S), klora (Cl), fluora (F) in broma (Br)
Ta evropski standard opredeljuje določevanje S, Cl, F in Br v trdnih alternativnih gorivih različnega izvora in sestave po zgorevanju v kisikovi atmosferi. Ta metoda velja za koncentracije nad 0,025 g/kg, odvisno od elementa in tehnike določevanja. Pri fluoru velja metoda za koncentracije nad 0,015 g/kg.
Netopnih halidov in sulfata, ki so prisotni v prvotnem vzorcu ali ki nastanejo med zgorevanjem, te metode ne določijo popolnoma.
Ta evropski standard zagotavlja priporočila v zvezi s standardiziranimi metodami za določevanje halidov in sulfata v raztopini, pridobljeni po zgorevanju.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 07-Oct-2009
- Publication Date
- 07-Apr-2011
- Technical Committee
- AGO - Refuse derived fuel
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 16-Mar-2011
- Due Date
- 21-May-2011
- Completion Date
- 08-Apr-2011
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2011
Overview
EN 15408:2011 (CEN) defines standardized laboratory methods for determining sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) in solid recovered fuels (SRF). The method uses oxygen bomb combustion to convert organic and inorganic S/halogen compounds into soluble sulphate and halide species that are trapped in an absorbing solution and then quantified by appropriate analytical techniques. The standard applies above specified limits (typically ≥ 0,025 g/kg; fluorine ≥ 0,015 g/kg) and notes that insoluble halides and sulphate present in the original material or formed during combustion may not be fully recovered.
Key topics and technical requirements
- Scope & limits: Applicable to SRF of various origins for concentrations above the stated detection thresholds. Insoluble species may be incompletely determined.
- Principle: Oxygen combustion in a sealed bomb → trapping of F−, Cl−, Br− and SO4(2−) in absorbing solution (water or KOH 0.2 mol·L−1 when Cl > 1 % or Br is targeted) → analysis.
- Sample preparation:
- Laboratory sample preparation per EN 15413; target particle size ≤ 1 mm (finer for inhomogeneous samples).
- Typical test portion ≈ 1 g (adjust for instrument/system).
- Moisture correction per EN 15414‑3.
- Apparatus & reagents:
- Oxygen combustor (chlorine‑resistant bombs recommended), analytical balances, ion chromatograph, titration apparatus, ICP‑MS (preferred for Br), automatic S/Cl analyzers.
- High‑purity oxygen, grade‑1 water (EN ISO 3696), analytical‑grade reagents free of S/halogens.
- Analytical techniques:
- Ion chromatography (EN ISO 10304‑1) for Cl, F, Br, SO4.
- ICP‑MS (EN ISO 17294‑2) recommended for bromine due to multiple oxidation states.
- Titrimetry or automatic analyzers possible for certain analytes.
- Quality assurance:
- Use of certified reference materials (CRMs) and control mixtures to check trapping yields and method performance.
- Guidance on interferences (container materials, sample grinding contamination, Fe‑bound sulphur effects), calibration, performance characteristics, and reporting.
Applications and users
- Who uses it:
- Analytical laboratories performing SRF chemical characterization.
- SRF producers and quality control labs.
- Waste‑to‑energy / cement plants and boilers assessing fuel corrosion and emission risks.
- Environmental regulators and compliance testing organizations.
- Practical applications:
- Assessing halogen and sulphur loads to predict corrosion, fouling and emission behavior in combustion systems.
- Verifying SRF quality specifications for acceptance and co‑firing.
- Supporting emission control planning and regulatory reporting.
Related standards
- EN 15357 - SRF terminology and definitions
- EN 15413 - Preparation of test sample from laboratory sample
- EN 15414‑3 - Moisture determination for general analysis sample
- EN ISO 10304‑1 - Ion chromatography for anions
- EN ISO 17294‑2 - ICP‑MS for multi‑element analysis
- EN ISO 3696, ISO 9297, ISO 10359‑1 - supporting water/reagent and single‑analyte methods
Keywords: EN 15408:2011, solid recovered fuels, SRF, sulphur determination, chlorine analysis, fluorine measurement, bromine analysis, oxygen bomb combustion, ion chromatography, ICP‑MS, halides, sulphate.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 15408:2011 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Solid recovered fuels - Methods for the determination of sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) content". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the determination of S, Cl, F and Br in solid recovered fuels of various origin and composition after combustion in oxygen atmosphere. This method is applicable for concentrations over 0,025 g/kg, depending on the element and on the determination technique. In the case of fluorine this method is applicable for concentration over 0,015 g/kg. Insoluble halides and sulphate present in the original sample or produced during the combustion step are not completely determined by these methods. This European Standard provides recommendations concerning standardised methods for determination of halides and sulphate in the solution obtained after combustion.
This European Standard specifies the determination of S, Cl, F and Br in solid recovered fuels of various origin and composition after combustion in oxygen atmosphere. This method is applicable for concentrations over 0,025 g/kg, depending on the element and on the determination technique. In the case of fluorine this method is applicable for concentration over 0,015 g/kg. Insoluble halides and sulphate present in the original sample or produced during the combustion step are not completely determined by these methods. This European Standard provides recommendations concerning standardised methods for determination of halides and sulphate in the solution obtained after combustion.
SIST EN 15408:2011 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 75.160.10 - Solid fuels. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 15408:2011 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST-TS CEN/TS 15408:2007. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 15408:2011 is associated with the following European legislation: Standardization Mandates: M/325. 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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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Feste Sekundärbrennstoffe - Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Gehaltes an Schwefel (S), Chlor (Cl), Fluor (F) und Brom (Br)Combustibles solides de récupération - Méthodes pour la détermination de la teneur en soufre (S), en chlore (Cl), en fluor (F), et en brome (Br)Solid recovered fuels - Methods for the determination of sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) content75.160.10Trda gorivaSolid fuelsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15408:2011SIST EN 15408:2011en,fr,de01-maj-2011SIST EN 15408:2011SLOVENSKI
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EN 15408
March 2011 ICS 75.160.10 Supersedes CEN/TS 15408:2006English Version
Solid recovered fuels -Methods for the determination of sulphur (S), chlorine (Cl), fluorine (F) and bromine (Br) content
Combustibles solides de récupération - Méthodes pour la détermination de la teneur en soufre (S), en chlore (Cl), en fluor (F), et en brome (Br)
Feste Sekundärbrennstoffe - Verfahren zur Bestimmung des Gehaltes an Schwefel (S), Chlor (Cl), Fluor (F) und Brom (Br) This European Standard was approved by CEN on 22 January 2011.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national standards may be obtained on application to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre or to any CEN member.
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Guidelines - Characteristics of the laboratory sample for chemical analysis of SRF . 12Annex B (informative)
Data on performance characteristics . 14Annex C (informative)
Major results of ruggedness testing . 17Bibliography . 18
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