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M/361 - Measuring methods

Standardisation mandate to CEN for standard measuring methods for the determination of total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other polycylic aromatic Hydrocarbons such as Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene and dibenz(a,h)anthracene

This mandate requests CEN to develop standard measuring methods for determining the total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other specified polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), including Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene, and dibenz(a,h)anthracene. These standards aim to ensure consistent and reliable assessment of contamination levels from these hazardous compounds in the environment. The mandate supports harmonised methodologies to facilitate monitoring, regulatory compliance, and environmental protection across EU member states. The decision on this mandate was recorded under resolution CEN/BT C107/2004.

Purpose

This mandate aims to establish standardized measuring methods for accurately determining the total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other selected polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). These PAHs include Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene, and dibenz(a,h)anthracene. The purpose is to support consistent and reliable environmental monitoring and assessment across the European Union.

Standardisation request

The European Commission has requested the European Committee for Standardisation (CEN) to develop and adopt European standards specifying the measuring methods for the total deposition of the identified PAHs. This involves creating harmonized procedures to ensure comparability and reproducibility of measurement results across different EU member states.

Expected deliverables

  • Standardized and validated measurement methods for the total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and the specified PAHs.
  • Documentation detailing the procedures, sampling techniques, and analytical protocols required for these measurements.
  • A CEN standard enabling regulatory bodies and environmental agencies to apply uniform measurement approaches within the EU.

Context

Polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons such as Benzo(a)Pyrene are recognized environmental pollutants with carcinogenic and mutagenic properties. Monitoring their deposition is essential for assessing pollution levels and protecting public health. Prior to this mandate, there was a need for harmonized European-level standards to facilitate consistent environmental monitoring and regulatory compliance. The CEN/BT resolution C107/2004 relates to either the approval or disapproval process of this mandate, reflecting the formal step in the standardisation procedure.

This mandate covers the standardisation of measuring methods for determining total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other specified polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), including Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene, and dibenz(a,h)anthracene. The scope relates to environmental monitoring and analysis of these harmful substances.

General Information

Organization
CEN - CEN European Committee for Standardization
Status
Confirmed
Resolution Reference
CEN/BT C107/2004
Resolution Date
26-Jan-2005
Type Of Decision
(Dis-)Approval of mandate

Related Directives

96/62/EC - Ambient air quality assessment and management
Standardization Organization
ICS
Technical Committee
Directive
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CEN
EN 15980:2011(Main)
Air quality - Determination of the deposition of benz[a]anthracene, benzo[b]fluoranthene, benzo[j]fluoranthene, benzo[k]fluoranthene, benzo[a]pyrene, dibenz[a,h]anthracene and indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene
SIST EN 15980:2011

This document specifies a method for the determination of the bulk deposition of benz[a]anthracene (BaA), benzo[b]fluoranthene (BbF), benzo[j]fluoranthene (BjF), benzo[k]fluoranthene (BkF), benzo[a]pyrene (BaP), dibenz[a,h]anthracene (DBahA) and indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene (INP), which can be used in the framework of Directive 2004/107/EC. This European Standard specifies performance requirements with which the method has to comply in order to meet the data quality objectives given in this Directive.
This document specifies methods for sampling, sample preparation and analysis using gas chromatography with mass spectroscopic detection (GC/MS) or high performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection (HPLC/FLD). The funnel-bottle bulk collector is used as the standard collector.
The method is applicable for deposition measurements in
-   rural and remote areas,
-   industrial areas,
-   urban areas.
The standard is applicable in the range from a few ng/(m2 d) to a few hundred ng/(m2 d).

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SIST
SIST EN 15980:2011(Main)
Air quality - Determination of the deposition of benz[a]anthracene, benzo[b]fluoranthene, benzo[j]fluoranthene, benzo[k]fluoranthene, benzo[a]pyrene, dibenz[a,h]anthracene and indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene
EN 15980:2011

This document specifies a method for the determination of the bulk deposition of benz[a]anthracene (BaA), benzo[b]fluoranthene (BbF), benzo[j]fluoranthene (BjF), benzo[k]fluoranthene (BkF), benzo[a]pyrene (BaP), dibenz[a,h]anthracene (DBahA) and indeno[1,2,3-cd]pyrene (INP), which can be used in the framework of Directive 2004/107/EC. This European Standard specifies performance requirements with which the method has to comply in order to meet the data quality objectives given in this Directive.
This document specifies methods for sampling, sample preparation and analysis using gas chromatography with mass spectroscopic detection (GC/MS) or high performance liquid chromatography with fluorescence detection (HPLC/FLD). The funnel-bottle bulk collector is used as the standard collector.
The method is applicable for deposition measurements in
-   rural and remote areas,
-   industrial areas,
-   urban areas.
The standard is applicable in the range from a few ng/(m2 d) to a few hundred ng/(m2 d).

  • Standard
    44 pages
    English language
    e-Library read for
    1 day
50

Frequently Asked Questions

A European Standardization Mandate is a formal request from the European Commission to the European Standardization Organizations (CEN, CENELEC, and ETSI) to develop European standards (ENs) in support of EU legislation and policies. Mandates are issued under Regulation (EU) No 1025/2012 and help ensure that products and services meet the essential requirements set out in EU directives and regulations.

M/361 is a European Standardization Mandate titled "Standardisation mandate to CEN for standard measuring methods for the determination of total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other polycylic aromatic Hydrocarbons such as Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene and dibenz(a,h)anthracene". Standardisation mandate to CEN for standard measuring methods for the determination of total deposition of Benzo(a)Pyrene and other polycylic aromatic Hydrocarbons such as Benzo(a)anthracene, Benzo(b)Fluoranthene, Benzo(j)fluoreanthene, Benzo(k)fluorenthene, indeno(1,2,3-cpd) pyrene and dibenz(a,h)anthracene There are 2 standards developed under this mandate.

Standards developed in response to a mandate and cited in the Official Journal of the European Union become "harmonized standards". Products manufactured in compliance with harmonized standards benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation, facilitating CE marking and market access across the European Economic Area.