SIST EN 16575:2014
(Main)Bio-based products - Vocabulary
Bio-based products - Vocabulary
This European Standard defines general terms to be used in the field of bio-based products, including horizontal aspects relevant for bio-based product standards.
NOTE Though the terms in this standard are horizontally applicable to bio-based products, this standard focuses on areas other than food, feed and energy applications, where terms may be defined in existing specific standards.
Biobasierte Produkte - Vokabular
In dieser Europäischen Norm sind allgemeine Begriffe definiert, die auf dem Gebiet der biobasierten Produkte anzuwenden sind, einschließlich der für die Normen zu biobasierten Produkten relevanten horizontalen Aspekte.
ANMERKUNG Obwohl die Begriffe in dieser Norm horizontal für biobasierte Produkte gelten, konzentriert sich diese Norm auf Bereiche, die nicht lebensmittel , futtermittel und energiebezogene Anwendungen umfassen; diese Begriffe können in bereits bestehenden Normen dieser Bereiche definiert sein.
Produits Biosourcés - Vocabulaire
La présente Norme européenne définit les termes généraux devant être utilisés dans le domaine des produits biosourcés, ainsi que certains aspects transversaux qui concernent les normes de produits biosourcés.
NOTE Bien que les termes contenus dans la présente norme soient d'usage transversal pour ce qui concerne les produits biosourcés, la présente norme est axée sur des domaines autres que les applications énergétiques et les denrées alimentaires pour la consommation humaine ou animale dont il se peut que la terminologie soit définie dans des normes spécifiques déjà existantes.
Bioizdelki - Slovar
Standard EN 16575 določa splošne izraze, ki se uporabljajo na področju bioizdelkov, vključno z vodoravnimi vidiki standardov za bioizdelke.
General Information
Overview
EN 16575:2014 - Bio-based products - Vocabulary (CEN) is a horizontal European standard that defines common terminology used across the field of bio-based products. It establishes clear, harmonized definitions for terms such as bio-based, bio-based content, bio-based carbon, biomass, biodegradation, life cycle assessment (LCA) and related concepts. The standard focuses on bio-based products other than food, feed and biomass-for-energy applications and supports consistent communication, testing, declaration and regulation across value chains.
Key topics and requirements
- Core definitions: Precise meanings for terms including bio-based, bio-based product, bio-based carbon content, bio-based content, biomass, renewable material, total carbon (TC) and total organic carbon (TOC).
- Measurement context: Notes on methods and approaches (e.g., expressing bio-based carbon as percentage of mass, total carbon or TOC) and reference to specific CEN/TC 411 methods for determination and declaration.
- Environmental concepts: Definitions for life cycle assessment (LCA), durability, degradation and biodegradation to align environmental assessment and reporting.
- Mass balance: Definition and scope of mass balance approaches used when tracking bio-based inputs through production systems.
- Communication guidance: Annex A addresses the use of the prefix “bio” and cautions against ambiguous marketing claims; recommends using accurate terms and reference to standards to prevent consumer confusion.
- Scope limitation: Emphasizes horizontal applicability but excludes areas where product-specific standards exist (food, feed, energy).
Practical applications
- Provides a common language for product developers, manufacturers, regulators and certification bodies involved with bio-based materials, biopolymers, bio-lubricants, biocomposites, adhesives, insulation materials, paper products and chemical intermediates.
- Supports transparent labeling, claims verification and sustainability reporting by harmonizing the terms used in declarations, datasheets and procurement specifications.
- Facilitates consistent LCA and sustainability assessments by ensuring stakeholders use the same terminology and reference points when describing inputs, outputs and impacts.
- Helps standards committees and test laboratories align cross-sector standards and measurement protocols.
Who should use it
- Manufacturers and product designers of bio-based goods
- Certification and conformity assessment bodies
- LCA practitioners and sustainability managers
- Standards developers, policy makers and procurement professionals
- Marketers and legal teams preparing product claims and declarations
Related standards (select)
- CEN/TC 411 deliverables (bio-based content & declaration methods)
- CEN/TR 16208 - Biobased products overview
- CEN/TS 16295 - Declaration of bio-based carbon content
- EN ISO 14040 - Life cycle assessment principles
- ISO/TS 14067 - Carbon footprint of products
EN 16575:2014 is essential for anyone involved in the development, assessment or communication of bio-based products who needs a harmonized vocabulary to ensure clarity, comparability and non-misleading claims.
Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 16575:2014 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Bio-based products - Vocabulary". This standard covers: This European Standard defines general terms to be used in the field of bio-based products, including horizontal aspects relevant for bio-based product standards. NOTE Though the terms in this standard are horizontally applicable to bio-based products, this standard focuses on areas other than food, feed and energy applications, where terms may be defined in existing specific standards.
This European Standard defines general terms to be used in the field of bio-based products, including horizontal aspects relevant for bio-based product standards. NOTE Though the terms in this standard are horizontally applicable to bio-based products, this standard focuses on areas other than food, feed and energy applications, where terms may be defined in existing specific standards.
SIST EN 16575:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 01.040.13 - Environment. Health protection. Safety (Vocabularies); 13.020.55 - Biobased products. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 16575:2014 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.Bioizdelki - SlovarBiobasierte Produkte - VokabularProduits Biosourcés - VocabulaireBio-based products - Vocabulary13.020.60Življenjski ciklusi izdelkovProduct life-cycles01.040.13Varstvo okolja in zdravja. Varnost (Slovarji)Environment and health protection. Safety (Vocabularies)ICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 16575:2014SIST EN 16575:2014en,fr,de01-oktober-2014SIST EN 16575:2014SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 16575
August 2014 ICS 01.040.03; 01.040.13; 03.100.50; 13.020.60
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Bio-based products - Vocabulary
Produits biosourcés - Vocabulaire
Biobasierte Produkte - Terminologie This European Standard was approved by CEN on 21 June 2014.
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.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN-CENELEC Management Centre has the same status as the official versions.
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Use of terms "bio-based product", "bio-based" and prefix "bio" .8 A.1 Bio-based products .8 A.2 "Bio" and "bio-based" .8 Bibliography .9 SIST EN 16575:2014
1) A Mandate is a standardization task embedded in European trade laws. M/492 Mandate is addressed to the European Standardization bodies, CEN, CENELEC and ETSI, for the development of horizontal European Standards for bio-based products. SIST EN 16575:2014
1 Scope This European Standard defines general terms to be used in the field of bio-based products, including horizontal aspects relevant for bio-based product standards. NOTE Though the terms in this standard are horizontally applicable to bio-based products, this standard focuses on areas other than food, feed and energy applications, where terms may be defined in existing specific standards. 2 Terms and definitions For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply. 2.1 bio-based derived from biomass Note 1 to entry: Biomass can have undergone physical, chemical or biological treatment(s). Note 2 to entry: The correct spelling of "bio-based" is with a hyphen (-). It is however in common usage sometimes spelt without a hyphen. Note 3 to entry: The methods to determine and communicate "bio-based" as a characteristic are detailed in specific standards of CEN/TC 411. 2.2
bio-based carbon biogenic carbon carbon derived from biomass Note 1 to entry:
Biogenic carbon is defined in ISO/TS 14067:2013 [14], by the same definition. 2.3
bio-based carbon content fraction of carbon derived from biomass in a product Note 1 to entry:
There are several approac
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SIST EN 16575:2014 표준은 바이오 기반 제품에 대한 용어를 정의하고, 바이오 기반 제품 표준과 관련된 수평적 측면을 포함하는 유럽 표준입니다. 이 표준은 바이오 기반 제품의 범위를 명확히 하며, 특정 식품, 사료 및 에너지 응용 분야 외의 영역에 초점을 맞추고 있습니다. 이러한 접근은 해당 분야와 관련된 기존 표준에서 이미 정의된 용어와의 혼동을 방지하고, 바이오 기반 제품의 이해를 돕는 데 기여합니다. 이 표준의 강점 중 하나는 바이오 기반 제품에 대한 용어 정의가 단일화되어 있다는 점입니다. 이는 산업 내에서의 일관성을 높이고, 다양한 이해관계자 간의 효과적인 커뮤니케이션을 촉진합니다. 이러한 통합된 어휘는 제품 개발, 규정 준수 및 시장 접근 과정에서 유용하게 활용될 수 있습니다. 또한, SIST EN 16575:2014는 바이오 기반 제품의 중요성이 점점 더 부각되는 현재의 환경에서 매우 관련성이 높습니다. 지속 가능한 제품 개발과 환경 친화적인 솔루션에 대한 수요가 증가함에 따라, 이 표준은 기업과 연구자들이 바이오 기반 제품의 정의와 성격을 명확히 이해하는 데 필수적인 기준을 제공합니다. 결론적으로, SIST EN 16575:2014 표준은 바이오 기반 제품의 명확한 커뮤니케이션을 보장하며, 이 분야의 혁신과 지속 가능성을 지원하는 중요한 역할을 수행합니다.
SIST EN 16575:2014は、生物由来製品に関する用語を定義する欧州標準であり、その範囲は生物由来製品の基準に関連する横断的な側面を含んでいます。この標準は、特に食品、飼料、およびエネルギー用途以外の分野に焦点を当てており、これらの分野における用語は既存の特定の標準で定義される場合があります。 この標準の強みは、用語の統一性にあります。生物由来製品に関する明確な語彙を提供することで、業界全体でのコミュニケーションが円滑になり、異なる分野間での情報共有が容易となります。また、関連する基準や規制に基づいて用語が整理されているため、規制遵守が求められるビジネスや研究にとっても重要なリソースとなります。 SIST EN 16575:2014は、生物由来製品に関わるあらゆるステークホルダーにとっての基盤を形成しており、製品開発や市場投入の際に役立つ情報を提供します。さらに、持続可能性を重視する現代のビジネス環境において、生物由来製品の重要性が高まっている中で、この標準の関連性は今後ますます増すことでしょう。 この標準の導入は、生物由来製品に関する研究開発を促進し、製品のマーケティング戦略にも大きな影響を及ぼす可能性があります。したがって、SIST EN 16575:2014は生物由来製品の理解を深める上で不可欠な文書といえます。
La norme SIST EN 16575:2014 concerne les produits issus de biomasse et définit un vocabulaire essentiel pour ce secteur. Ce document de standardisation est crucial pour établir une compréhension commune des termes relatifs aux produits biosourcés, en favorisant une communication claire entre les parties prenantes du secteur. L’un des points forts de cette norme est son approche horizontale, permettant l’application de ses termes à divers aspects des produits biosourcés en dehors du domaine de l'alimentation, de l'alimentation animale et des applications énergétiques, où d'autres normes spécifiques peuvent s'appliquer. Cette caractéristique favorise une meilleure intégration des produits biosourcés sur le marché et améliore les synergies entre différents secteurs. De plus, la norme SIST EN 16575:2014 constitue une référence incontournable pour les entreprises et les organisations travaillant avec des produits biosourcés, car elle montre l'engagement de l'Europe envers la clarification et la réglementation de ce domaine en pleine expansion. En standardisant le vocabulaire, elle facilite non seulement la recherche et le développement dans le secteur, mais aussi les échanges commerciaux en garantissant que les acteurs parlent le même langage. En résumé, cette norme est un outil essentiel pour soutenir l'innovation et l'acceptation des produits biosourcés, renforçant ainsi leur pertinence dans un contexte où la durabilité et la transition vers une économie plus verte sont primordiales.
Die Norm SIST EN 16575:2014 bietet eine umfassende und präzise Definition von Begriffen, die im Bereich der biobasierten Produkte verwendet werden. Die Norm hat einen klaren Anwendungsbereich, der sich auf allgemeine Begriffe konzentriert, die für die Standardisierung von biobasierten Produkten unerlässlich sind. Dies ist besonders wichtig, da die Norm horizontale Aspekte berücksichtigt, die für verschiedene biobasierte Produktstandards relevant sind. Einer der wesentlichen Stärken der SIST EN 16575:2014 ist die Klarheit, mit der die verwendeten Begriffe definiert werden. Durch die Schaffung eines einheitlichen Vokabulars wird sichergestellt, dass alle Akteure in der Branche - einschließlich Hersteller, Testlabore und Regulierungsbehörden - dieselbe Sprache sprechen. Dies ist entscheidend für die Förderung der Transparenz und Verständlichkeit innerhalb des Marktes für biobasierte Produkte. Die Relevanz dieser Norm zeigt sich auch in ihrer Fähigkeit, bei der Entwicklung und Umsetzung von Standards für biobasierte Produkte außerhalb der Bereiche Lebensmittel, Futtermittel und Energieapplikationen als Referenz zu fungieren. Die separation von spezifischen Anwendungen in diesen Bereichen macht es möglich, dass die in dieser Norm definierten Begriffe auf eine breitere Palette von biobasierten Produkten angewendet werden können. Insgesamt liefert die SIST EN 16575:2014 eine wertvolle Grundlage für die Standardisierung in der Industrie biobasierter Produkte. Ihre horizontale Anwendung und der Fokus auf allgemeine Begriffe machen sie zu einem unverzichtbaren Instrument für die weitere Entwicklung und Harmonisierung von Normen in diesem sich schnell entwickelnden Sektor.
The SIST EN 16575:2014 standard provides a comprehensive vocabulary specifically tailored for bio-based products, reinforcing the importance of clarity and consistency in the terminology used within this emerging sector. The scope of the standard is particularly noteworthy as it establishes a foundation for understanding terms relevant across various applications of bio-based products, intentionally excluding areas like food, feed, and energy to avoid overlap with existing specific standards. This decision enhances the standard’s applicability by concentrating on sectors where definitions may not be as well-defined. One of the key strengths of this standard is its role in facilitating communication among stakeholders, including manufacturers, researchers, and regulators in the bio-based product industry. By standardizing terminology, it aids in reducing ambiguity, ensuring that all parties can operate with a common understanding of critical terms. This alignment is vital in a field that is rapidly evolving and where new innovations frequently emerge. Moreover, the relevance of SIST EN 16575:2014 extends beyond simple definitions. It creates a structured framework that can be built upon as the industry grows, promoting consistency in documentation, reporting, and marketing of bio-based products. This is essential for driving consumer trust and encouraging wider acceptance in the marketplace. In conclusion, the SIST EN 16575:2014 standard effectively addresses the need for a robust vocabulary specific to bio-based products, supporting both current and future developments within this sector. Its focused approach and emphasis on horizontal applicability contribute significantly to the advancement of the bio-based economy.
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