SIST EN 16785-1:2016
(Main)Bio-based products - Bio-based content - Part 1: Determination of the bio-based content using the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis
Bio-based products - Bio-based content - Part 1: Determination of the bio-based content using the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis
This European Standard specifies a method of determining the bio-based content in products, based on the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis.
This European Standard is applicable to any solid, liquid and gaseous product containing carbon element, provided that a statement giving the composition and the origin of the product is available.
This method is not needed for the determination of the bio based content in natural products wholly derived from biomass.
Biobasierte Produkte - Biobasierter Gehalt - Teil 1: Bestimmung des biobasierten Gehalts unter Verwendung der Radiokarbon- und Elementaranalyse
Diese Europäische Norm legt ein Verfahren zur Bestimmung des biobasierten Gehalts in Produkten auf der Grundlage der Radiokarbon- und Elementaranalyse fest.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für alle festen, flüssigen und gasförmigen Produkte, die das Element Kohlenstoff enthalten, vorausgesetzt, es steht eine Erklärung zur Verfügung, in der die Zusammensetzung und die Herkunft des Produkts aufgeführt sind.
Dieses Verfahren wird nicht zur Bestimmung des biobasierten Gehalts in Naturprodukten benötigt, die vollständig von Biomasse abgeleitet sind.
Produits biosourcés - Teneur biosourcée - Partie 1: Détermination de la teneur biosourcée par une analyse au radiocarbone et une analyse élémentaire
La présente Norme européenne spécifie une méthode de détermination de la teneur biosourcée dans les produits, par une analyse au radiocarbone et une analyse élémentaire.
Elle s’applique à n’importe quel produit solide, liquide et gazeux contenant du carbone, à condition qu’une déclaration indiquant la composition et l’origine du produit soit disponible.
Cette méthode n’est pas nécessaire pour déterminer la teneur biosourcée des produits naturels entièrement issus de la biomasse.
Bioizdelki - Biodelež - 1. del: Ugotavljanje biodeleža v izdelkih z radioogljično analizo in elementno analizo
Ta evropski standard določa metodo za ugotavljanje biodeleža v izdelkih z radioogljično in elementno analizo.
Ta evropski standard se uporablja za vse trdne, tekoče in plinaste izdelke, ki vsebujejo ogljik, če je na voljo deklaracija o sestavi in poreklu izdelka.
Ta metoda se ne uporablja za ugotavljanje biodeleža v naravnih izdelkih, v celoti proizvedenih iz biomase.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 09-Dec-2014
- Publication Date
- 25-Jan-2016
- Technical Committee
- I13 - Imaginarni 13
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 05-Jan-2016
- Due Date
- 11-Mar-2016
- Completion Date
- 26-Jan-2016
Overview
EN 16785-1:2015 (CEN) defines a harmonized method for determining the bio-based content of products by combining radiocarbon analysis (14C) with elemental analysis. The standard applies to solid, liquid and gaseous products that contain carbon, provided a manufacturer’s statement on composition and origin is available. It is not required for natural products wholly derived from biomass (those are considered 100% bio-based).
Key topics
- Scope and applicability
- Method is for any carbon-containing product (solid, liquid, gas) with an accompanying statement on composition and origin.
- Excludes natural products wholly derived from biomass.
- Analytical principle
- Uses radiocarbon (14C) analysis to trace carbon originating from recent biomass versus fossil sources.
- Uses elemental analysis to determine total elemental composition (C, H, O, N).
- Because isotopic methods can only unambiguously trace carbon, the standard requires a combined approach: analytical results are used to validate the producer’s statement.
- Product grouping and rules
- Distinguishes Group I (products obtained by chemical/biological synthesis) and Group II (products made by mixing without further synthesis).
- Provides rules for allocation of elements (C, H, O, N) to bio‑based fractions when reactants are from mixed origins.
- Validation and reporting
- Test procedures include sampling, measurement of bio-based carbon content and elemental composition, evaluation of variability, validation criteria and a required test report format.
- The standard specifies how to compare analytical results with the manufacturer’s statement to validate declared bio-based content.
Applications and who uses it
- Manufacturers of bio-based chemicals, plastics, fuels, polymers and materials - to substantiate bio-based content claims.
- Independent testing laboratories - to implement standard-compliant radiocarbon and elemental analyses and produce validated test reports.
- Certification bodies and auditors - to verify manufacturer statements and support labeling or claims.
- Procurement and regulatory authorities - to evaluate product claims in public purchasing, eco-labeling or compliance contexts.
- LCA and sustainability practitioners - to obtain robust input data on bio-based content for environmental assessment.
Practical value
- Provides a standardized, defensible procedure to demonstrate bio-based content and reduce ambiguity in marketing and procurement.
- Enables traceability of carbon origin (biomass vs fossil) using 14C while accounting for multi-element compositions through elemental analysis and manufacturer statements.
Related standards
- EN 16785-2 - Bio-based content: material balance method (complements Part 1).
- CEN/TS 16640:2014 - Radiocarbon method for bio-based carbon content.
- EN 16575:2014 - Vocabulary for bio-based products.
Keywords: EN 16785-1:2015, bio-based products, bio-based content, radiocarbon analysis, elemental analysis, CEN.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 16785-1:2016 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Bio-based products - Bio-based content - Part 1: Determination of the bio-based content using the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies a method of determining the bio-based content in products, based on the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis. This European Standard is applicable to any solid, liquid and gaseous product containing carbon element, provided that a statement giving the composition and the origin of the product is available. This method is not needed for the determination of the bio based content in natural products wholly derived from biomass.
This European Standard specifies a method of determining the bio-based content in products, based on the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis. This European Standard is applicable to any solid, liquid and gaseous product containing carbon element, provided that a statement giving the composition and the origin of the product is available. This method is not needed for the determination of the bio based content in natural products wholly derived from biomass.
SIST EN 16785-1:2016 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 13.020.55 - Biobased products; 71.040.40 - Chemical analysis. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 16785-1:2016 is associated with the following European legislation: Standardization Mandates: M/492. 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.Biobasierte Produkte - Biobasierter Gehalt - Teil 1: Bestimmung des biobasierten Gehalts unter Verwendung der Radiokarbon- und ElementaranalyseProduits biosourcés - Teneur biosourcée - Partie 1: Détermination de la teneur biosourcée par une analyse au radiocarbone et une analyse élémentaireBio-based products - Bio-based content - Part 1: Determination of the bio-based content using the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis71.040.40Kemijska analizaChemical analysis13.020.60Življenjski ciklusi izdelkovProduct life-cyclesICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16785-1:2015SIST EN 16785-1:2016en,fr,de01-marec-2016SIST EN 16785-1:2016SLOVENSKI
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Standardized sampling methods . 17 Annex B (informative)
Example of format for reporting results for Group I products . 18 Annex C (normative)
Calculation of the bio-based carbon content and bio-based content for Group II products . 19 C.1 Calculation of the bio-based carbon content . 19 C.2 Calculation of the bio-based content . 19 Annex D (informative)
Example of format for reporting results for Group II products . 20 Bibliography . 21 SIST EN 16785-1:2016
European foreword This document (EN 16785-1:2015) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 411 “Bio-based products”, the secretariat of which is held by NEN. 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 June 2016, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest by June 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. EN 16785 consists of the following parts: — EN 16785-1, Bio-based products — Bio-based content — Part 1: Determination of the bio-based content using the radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis (the present document) — EN 16785-2, Bio-based products — Bio-based content — Part 2: Determination of the bio-based content using the material balance method This document has been prepared under a mandate given to CEN by the European Commission and the European Free Trade Association. 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. SIST EN 16785-1:2016
1) A mandate is a standardization task embedded in European trade laws. Mandate M/492 is addressed to the European Standardization bodies, CEN, CENELEC and ETSI, for the development of horizontal European Standards for bio-based products. SIST EN 16785-1:2016
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The SIST EN 16785-1:2016 standard presents a comprehensive framework for determining the bio-based content in various products through radiocarbon analysis and elemental analysis. Its rigorous approach ensures accuracy in verifying the bio-based origin of solid, liquid, and gaseous products that contain carbon, making it a pivotal tool for manufacturers aiming to align with sustainability goals and environmental regulations. One of the strengths of this standard is its adaptability to a wide range of products, as it outlines clear methodologies suitable for a diverse array of carbon-containing materials. Additionally, the requirement for a detailed statement providing composition and origin enhances traceability and supports transparency in the assessment of bio-based content. This is particularly relevant in today’s market, where consumers are increasingly concerned about the sustainability of the products they purchase. Moreover, the exclusion of natural products wholly derived from biomass from the need for this standard's methodologies indicates a nuanced understanding of product classification, tailoring the guidelines to focus on those products where verification is necessary. This highlights the relevance of the standard in promoting bio-based products that meet specific environmental criteria while simplifying the process for natural products already affirmatively recognized. Overall, SIST EN 16785-1:2016 serves as an essential standard for businesses and industries looking to certify their bio-based content, fostering innovation in the development of sustainable products and reinforcing the importance of responsible sourcing and production within the broader sustainable development framework.
SIST EN 16785-1:2016 표준은 바이오 기반 제품의 바이오 기반 함량을 측정하는 데 필요한 체계적인 방법을 제공하며, 방사성 탄소 분석 및 원소 분석을 기반으로 합니다. 이 표준은 탄소 요소를 포함하는 모든 고체, 액체 및 기체 제품에 적용될 수 있으며, 이 제품의 구성과 출처를 명시하는 문서가 제공되어야 합니다. 이 표준의 가장 큰 강점은 다양한 제품에 대해 일관된 방식으로 바이오 기반 함량을 평가할 수 있는 점입니다. 특히, 방사성 탄소 분석 방법을 통해 고유의 과학적 기반을 갖추어 신뢰할 수 있는 결과를 제공합니다. 이러한 방식은 바이오 기반 제품의 시장 진입을 위해 필요한 투명성을 제공하며, 소비자 및 규제 기관의 신뢰를 더욱 높이는 데 기여합니다. 또한, SIST EN 16785-1:2016 표준은 바이오 기반 제품의 진위성을 평가하는 데 있어 필수적인 기준을 설정하여 제품의 지속 가능성을 강조합니다. 이는 기업들이 환경 친화적인 제품을 시장에 출시할 때 필요한 인증 절차를 간소화하는 데 도움을 줍니다. 그러나 이 표준은 식물성 원료에서 완전히 유래한 자연 제품의 바이오 기반 함량을 평가하는 데 적용되지 않으므로, 해당 범주에 대한 명확한 경계를 설정하고 있습니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 16785-1:2016 표준은 바이오 기반 제품의 함량을 과학적으로 분석하고 검증할 수 있는 유용한 도구로, 지속 가능성을 중시하는 현대 시장에서 점점 더 중요해지고 있는 기준입니다.
SIST EN 16785-1:2016は、バイオベース製品のバイオベース含量を放射性炭素分析及び元素分析を用いて測定するための方法を定めた欧州規格です。この標準は、炭素元素を含む固体、液体、及び気体の製品に適用可能であり、製品の成分と出所に関する声明が利用できる限り、幅広い製品分野にサービスを提供します。これは、バイオベース製品の評価における透明性と一貫性を確保するための重要な基準となります。 この標準の強みは、放射性炭素分析という信頼性の高い方法論を採用している点です。放射性炭素分析は、製品がどの程度バイオマスに由来するかを正確に評価するための優れた手段であり、信頼性の高い結果を提供します。また、元素分析も活用することで、さらなる正確性が求められる場合にも対応することができます。 さらに、この規格は、バイオベース含量の測定を必要とする自然製品には適用されないため、使用範囲が明確で専門的です。これにより、関連業界において必要な情報と証明を提供し、持続可能な製品開発に寄与します。 SIST EN 16785-1:2016の関連性は、環境への配慮が高まる現代においてますます重要となっています。バイオベース製品の市場が拡大する中で、この標準は企業が自身の製品の環境性能を示すための確かな指針を提供し、消費者に対して持続可能性への取り組みを強調する助けとなります。バイオベース製品の評価において、信頼性の高い測定基準が求められる現代において、この標準は欠かせない存在です。
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