EN 14469-1:2004

Pigments and extenders - Testing of colouring materials in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) - Part 1: Composition and preparation of basic mixtures

This Part of EN 14469 specifies a procedure for producing basic mixtures for the testing of colouring materials )  in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) materials, together with the composition of these basic mixtures.
It distinguishes between:
   - basic mixture A (transparent basic mixture)
   - basic mixture B (white basic mixture)

Pigmente und Füllstoffe - Prüfung von Farbmitteln in weichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC-P) - Teil 1: Zusammensetzung und Herstellen der Grundmischungen

Dieser Teil von EN 14469 legt ein Verfahren zum Herstellen von Grundmischungen für die Prüfung von Farb-mitteln ) in weichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC-P) sowie die Zusammensetzung dieser Grundmischungen fest.
Danach werden unterschieden:
¾ Grundmischung A (transparente Grundmischung)
¾ Grundmischung B (weiße Grundmischung)

Pigments et matières de charge - Essai des matières colorantes dans le chlorure de polyvinyle plastifié (PVC-P) - Partie 1: Composition et préparation des mélanges de base

La présente partie de l'EN 14469 spécifie une méthode permettant de produire des mélanges de base en vue de soumettre à l'essai les matières colorantes  ) des matériaux constitués de chlorure de polyvinyle plastifié (PVC-P), et définit la composition desdits mélanges de base.
Elle fait la distinction entre :
-   le mélange de base A (mélange de base transparent) ;
-   le mélange de base B (mélange de base blanc).

Pigmenti in polnila - Preskušanje sredstev za obarvanje v mehčanem polivinilkloridu (PVC-P) - 1. del: Sestava in priprava osnovnih mešanic

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 25-May-2004
• ICS: 83.040.30 - Auxiliary materials and additives for plastics
• Technical Committee: CEN/TC 298 - Pigments and extenders
• Drafting Committee: CEN/TC 298/WG 1 - Colouring materials in plastics
• Current Stage: 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
• Start Date: 27-Mar-2025
• Completion Date: 14-Apr-2025
• Ref Project: SIST EN 14469-1:2004 - Pigments and extenders - Testing of colouring materials in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) - Part 1: Composition and preparation of basic mixtures

Overview

EN 14469-1:2004 is a European standard developed by CEN specifying the composition and preparation of basic mixtures used for testing colouring materials in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P). This standard focuses on producing standardized and reproducible base mixtures to assess the properties and performance of pigments and extenders when incorporated into PVC-P materials. Two main types of basic mixtures are defined:

• Basic Mixture A (transparent)
• Basic Mixture B (white)

This standard ensures that testing conditions are consistent, reducing variability caused by the PVC base itself, and enabling accurate evaluation of colouring materials.

Key Topics

• Scope and Purpose
  Defines procedures to prepare and compose standard basic mixtures that serve as matrices for pigment testing in plasticized PVC, ensuring uniformity and reliability in test results.

• Basic Mixture Composition
  The two mixtures differ primarily by the inclusion of titanium dioxide pigment in Mixture B (white). Both mixtures contain:

  • Vinyl chloride homopolymer (suspension polymer)
  • Plasticizer (Diisodecyl phthalate, DIDP)
  • Epoxidized soybean oil (ESO) as a secondary plasticizer
  • Barium/Zinc stabilizer system for enhanced thermal stability
  • Stearic acid lubricant to prevent processing defects

• Mixing Procedure
  Preparation involves a controlled high-speed mixing process combining PVC resin, stabilizers, and lubricant at elevated temperatures, followed by addition of plasticizers under agitation. For Mixture B, titanium dioxide pigment is incorporated carefully to avoid contamination or greying.

• Material Specifications
  Detailed parameters for raw materials such as refractive indices, acid values, pigment content, and stabilizer elemental composition are specified to maintain consistency.

• Storage and Shelf Life
  Prepared basic mixtures should be sealed hermetically, shielded from light, and used within 2 years to preserve quality.

• Supporting References
  Incorporates related standards regarding polymer classification, pigment characterization, and test methodologies, such as EN ISO 1060-1 for vinyl chloride homopolymer and EN ISO 591-1 for titanium dioxide pigments.

Applications

• Testing Pigments and Colourants
  EN 14469-1 is essential in research and quality control labs to prepare reliable PVC-based test specimens for evaluating colouring materials, including pigments and extenders.

• Quality Assurance in PVC Manufacturing
  Manufacturers of plasticized PVC products use this standard to guarantee additives meet performance requirements without compromising the physical or aesthetic properties of the final material.

• Regulatory Compliance and Product Development
  Provides a baseline for compliance with European regulations on PVC additives, assisting producers in developing formulations with predictable behavior and durability.

• Interlaboratory Comparisons
  Standardized mixtures enable consistent cross-laboratory testing results, improving confidence in comparative pigment evaluation studies.

Related Standards

• EN 14469-2: Preparation of test specimens from basic mixtures for colouring material testing in PVC-P.
• EN ISO 489: Plastics - Determination of refractive index, crucial for verifying plasticizer and stabilizer quality.
• EN ISO 591-1: Specifications and test methods for titanium dioxide pigments used in white basic mixtures.
• EN ISO 1060-1: Designation and specification basis for vinyl chloride homopolymers employed in basic mixtures.
• EN 971-1: Definitions related to coating materials including colouring materials, referenced for terminology consistency.

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Keywords: EN 14469-1, plasticized polyvinyl chloride, PVC-P, pigments testing, basic mixtures, colouring materials, vinyl chloride homopolymer, plasticizer DIDP, epoxidized soybean oil, Ba/Zn stabilizer, titanium dioxide pigment, PVC testing standards, CEN standard, PVC pigment evaluation.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.PHãDQLFPigmente und Füllstoffe - Prüfung von Farbmitteln in weichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC-P) - Teil 1: Zusammensetzung und Herstellen der GrundmischungenPigments et matieres de charge - Essai des matieres colorantes dans le chlorure de polyvinyle plastifié (PVC-P) - Partie 1: Composition et préparation des mélanges de basePigments and extenders - Testing of colouring materials in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) - Part 1: Composition and preparation of basic mixtures83.040.30Pomožni materiali in aditivi za polimerne materialeAuxiliary materials and additives for plasticsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14469-1:2004SIST EN 14469-1:2004en01-september-2004SIST EN 14469-1:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14469-1May 2004ICS 83.040.30English versionPigments and extenders - Testing of colouring materials inplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) - Part 1: Composition andpreparation of basic mixturesPigments et matières de charge - Essai des matièrescolorantes dans le chlorure de polyvinyle plastifié (PVC-P) -Partie 1: Composition et préparation des mélanges de basePigmente und Füllstoffe - Prüfung von Farbmitteln inweichmacherhaltigem Polyvinylchlorid (PVC-P) - Teil 1:Zusammensetzung und Herstellen der GrundmischungenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 9 February 2004.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Central Secretariat or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Central Secretariat has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France,Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Slovakia,Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2004 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14469-1:2004: ESIST EN 14469-1:2004

inplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) materials, together with the composition of these basic mixtures.It distinguishes between:- basic mixture A (transparent basic mixture)- basic mixture B (white basic mixture)2 Normative referencesThis European Standard incorporates by dated or undated reference, provisions from other publications. Thesenormative references are cited at the appropriate places in the text, and the publications are listed hereafter. Fordated references, subsequent amendments to or revisions of any of these publications apply to this EuropeanStandard only when incorporated in it by amendment or revision. For undated references the latest edition of thepublication referred to applies (including amendments).EN 14469-2, Pigments and extenders — Testing of colouring materials in plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC-P) —Part 2: Preparation of test specimens.EN ISO 489, Plastics — Determination of refractive index (ISO 489:1999).EN ISO 591-1, Titanium dioxide pigments for paints — Part 1: Specifications and methods of test (ISO 591-1:2000).EN ISO 1060-1, Plastics — Homopolymer and copolymer resins of vinyl chloride — Part 1: Designation system andbasis for specifications (ISO 1060-1:1998).EN ISO 1628-2, Plastics - Determination of the viscosity of polymers in dilute solution using capillary viscometers— Part 2: Poly(vinyl chloride) resins (ISO 1628-2:1998).EN ISO 2114, Plastics (polyester resins) and paints and varnishes (binders) - Determination of partial acid valueand total acid value (ISO 2114:2000).EN ISO 12185, Crude petroleum and petroleum products — Determination of density — Oscillating U-tube method(ISO 12185:1996).ISO 6271, Clear liquids — Estimation of colour by the platinum-cobalt scale.3 Constituents of
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