EN ISO 16482-2:2016

Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of the non-volatile-matter content of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions - Part 2: Microwave method (ISO 16482-2:2013)

ISO 16482-2:2013 specifies a method for determining the non-volatile content, by mass, of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions, using a microwave oven.
This method is applicable to resin dispersions having a softening point from 60 °C to 100 °C, measured in accordance with ISO 4625-1 (ring-and-ball method).

Bindemittel für Beschichtungsstoffe - Bestimmung des Gehaltes an nichtflüchtigen Anteilen in wässrigen Kolophonium-Harz-Dispersionen - Teil 2: Mikrowellenverfahren (ISO 16482-2:2013)

Liants pour peintures et vernis - Détermination de la teneur en matière non volatile des dispersions aqueuses de colophane - Partie 2: Méthode par micro-ondes (ISO 16482-2:2013)

L'ISO 16482-2:2013 spécifie une méthode de détermination de la teneur en matière non volatile, en masse, des dispersions aqueuses de colophane à l'aide d'un four à micro-ondes.
Cette méthode est applicable aux dispersions de résine dont le point de ramollissement, mesuré conformément à l'ISO 4625‑1 (méthode de l'anneau et de la bille), est compris entre 60 °C et 100 °C.

Veziva za barve in lake - Določevanje nehlapnega urejenega vodnega kolofona s smolo disperzije - 2. del: Mikrovalovna metoda (ISO 16482-2:2013)

Ta del standarda ISO 16482 določa metodo za ugotavljanje masnega deleža nehlapnega urejenega vodnega kolofona s smolo disperzije z uporabo mikrovalovne peči. Ta metoda se uporablja za smole disperzije z zmehčiščem med 60 °C in 100 °C, ki so izmerjene v skladu s standardom ISO 4625-1 (metoda prstana in kroglice).

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 26-Apr-2016
• Withdrawal Date: 30-Oct-2016
• ICS: 87.040 - Paints and varnishes
• ICS: 87.060.20 - Binders
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 139 - Paints and varnishes
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 139 - Paints and varnishes
• Current Stage: 6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
• Start Date: 27-Apr-2016
• Due Date: 26-May-2017
• Completion Date: 27-Apr-2016
• Ref Project: SIST EN ISO 16482-2:2016 - Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of the non-volatile-matter content of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions - Part 2: Microwave method (ISO 16482-2:2013)

Relations

• Refers: ISO 15528:2013 - Paints, varnishes and raw materials for paints and varnishes — Sampling
• Effective Date: 09-Feb-2026
• Refers: EN 1018:2013/FprA1 - Chemicals used for treatment of water intended for human consumption - Calcium carbonate
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN ISO 16482-2:2016 specifies a standardized test method for determining the non-volatile-matter content, by mass, of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions used as binders in paints and varnishes. Utilizing a microwave oven as a rapid analytical tool, this method gives reliable and repeatable results, supporting quality control and formulation processes across industries that use rosin-resin dispersions with softening points between 60 °C and 100 °C. The standard was developed by CEN in alignment with ISO 16482-2:2013 and is part of a suite of international standards that ensure consistent binder characterization.

Key Topics

• Non-volatile-matter content: The measurement of the solid residue left after the evaporation of volatile substances from an aqueous rosin-resin dispersion. This parameter directly affects the performance and durability of resulting paint or varnish coatings.
• Microwave method: The standard describes a procedure using a microwave moisture analyzer, enabling fast and precise dryness testing in comparison to traditional oven methods.
• Sample requirements: The test is suitable for aqueous rosin-resin dispersions with specific softening points, as measured according to ISO 4625-1 (ring-and-ball method).
• Result expression: The final non-volatile content is reported as a percentage by mass with two decimal places.
• Quality assurance: The test report generated includes all relevant identification details, test results, and any deviations to maintain accountability and traceability.

Applications

EN ISO 16482-2:2016 is widely applicable in industries involved with the production and use of paints and varnishes, providing substantial value in:

• Manufacturing quality control: Ensures batch-to-batch consistency for manufacturers of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions and finished paint or varnish products.
• Product formulation: Assists formulators in optimizing coatings recipes for performance characteristics such as gloss, adhesion, and film durability by controlling non-volatile-matter content.
• Research and development: Facilitates accurate, reproducible measurements in the development of new binder systems and water-based paint formulations.
• Regulatory compliance: Supports adherence to international quality and environmental regulations by standardizing test protocols for non-volatile content.

This method is especially suited for laboratory and industrial environments requiring quick and dependable analysis compared to conventional methods, enhancing productivity and minimizing downtime.

Related Standards

To ensure comprehensive binder and dispersion analysis in paints and varnishes, the following related standards are often used in conjunction with EN ISO 16482-2:2016:

• ISO 16482-1: Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of the non-volatile-matter content of aqueous rosin-resin dispersions - Part 1: Oven method
• ISO 4625-1: Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of softening point - Part 1: Ring-and-ball method
• ISO 15528: Paints, varnishes and raw materials for paints and varnishes - Sampling
• ISO 4618: Paints and varnishes - Terms and definitions

By referencing these standards, laboratories and manufacturers ensure that their testing procedures for rosin-resin dispersions are in line with internationally recognized best practices.

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Keywords: EN ISO 16482-2:2016, non-volatile-matter content, aqueous rosin-resin dispersions, microwave method, paint binders, varnish standards, softening point, ISO 4625-1, CEN, quality control, test method for dispersions.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
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Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of the non-volatile-matter content of
aqueous rosin-resin dispersions - Part 2: Microwave method (ISO 16482-2:2013)
Bindemittel für Beschichtungsstoffe - Bestimmung des Gehaltes an nichtflüchtigen
Anteilen wässriger Kolophonium-Harz-Dispersionen - Teil 1: Mikrowellenverfahren (ISO
16482-2:2013)
Liants pour peintures et vernis - Détermination de la teneur en matières non volatiles des
dispersions aqueuses de résine colophane - Partie 2: Méthode aux micro-ondes (ISO
16482-2:2013)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 16482-2:2016
ICS:
87.060.20 Veziva Binders
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EN ISO 16482-2
EUROPEAN STANDARD
NORME EUROPÉENNE
April 2016
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
ICS 87.040; 87.060.20
English Version
Binders for paints and varnishes - Determination of the
non-volatile-matter content of aqueous rosin-resin
dispersions - Part 2: Microwave method (ISO 16482-
2:2013)
Liants pour peintures et vernis - Détermination de la Bindemittel für Beschichtungsstoffe - Bestimmung des
teneur en matière non volatile des dispersions Gehaltes an nichtflüchtigen Anteilen wässriger
aqueuses de colophane - Partie 2: Méthode par micro- Kolophonium-Harz-Dispersionen - Teil 1:
ondes (ISO 16482-2:2013) Mikrowellenverfahren (ISO 16482-2:2013)
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European foreword . 3
European foreword
The text of ISO 16482-2:2013 has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 35 “Paints and
varnishes” of the International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and has been taken over as EN
ISO 16482-2:2016 by Technical Committee CEN/TC 139 “Paints and varnishes” the secretariat of which
is held by DIN.
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 October 2016, and conflicting national standards shall
be withdrawn at the latest by October 2016.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN [and/or CENELEC] shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent
rights.
According to the CEN-CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the
following countries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta,
Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland,
Turkey and the United Kingdom.
Endorsement notice
The text of ISO 16482-2:2013 has been approved by CEN as EN ISO 16482-2:2016 without any
modification.
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 16482-2
First edition
2013-02-01
Binders for paints and varnishes —
Determination of the non-volatile-
matter content of aqueous rosin-resin
dispersions —
Part 2:
Microwave method
Liants pour peintures et vernis — Détermination de la teneur en
matières non volatiles des dispersions aqueuses de résine colophane —
Partie 2: Méthode aux micro-ondes
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ISO 16482-2:2013(E)
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