GB/T 32437-2015 in English
VALIDesting methods for harmful substances of furniture―General guidelines
- Issued on:2015-12-31
- Implemented on:2016-07-01
- File Format:PDF
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《GB/T 32437-2015家具中有害物质检测方法 总则》由TC480(全国家具标准化技术委员会)归口,主管部门为中国轻工业联合会。
本标准规定了家具中有害物质检测方法的术语和定义,有害物质的种类,有害物质的识别,样品的包装、运输和贮存,检测方法的选择,试剂及溶液的配制,仪器设备,样品的预处理,检验,数据处理和分析结果表述。
本标准适用于家具中有害物质检测方法。
Introduction
1. Background of Standard Formulation
GB/T32437-2015 "General Principles for Testing Methods for Hazardous Substances in Furniture" is intended to standardize the testing process for hazardous substances in the furniture industry to ensure product quality, safety and environmental protection. The standard was drafted by several authoritative institutions including Shenzhen Institute of Metrology and Quality Inspection, aiming to unify industry testing methods and protect consumer health.
2. Comparison of standard frameworks
| Standard dimensions | GB/T32437-2015 | Comparison standards |
|---|---|---|
| Scope of application | All types of furniture and their materials | Limited to wooden furniture |
| Detection indicators | Harmful elements, harmful compounds, radionuclides, etc. | Single pollutants such as formaldehyde and TVOC |
| Detection methods | Multiple methods in parallel, high equipment requirements | Single method, low equipment threshold |
3. Explanation of professional terms and practical application cases
Volatile Harmful Substances: refers to harmful chemicals that easily evaporate into the air at room temperature, such as formaldehyde, benzene, etc. For example, the odor released in newly purchased furniture mainly comes from this type of substances.
Contact Harmful Substances: refers to harmful substances that may cause harm to the human body through skin contact, commonly found in preservatives and flame retardants used in certain leather and textile materials. For example, long-term use of furniture with heavy metal coatings may lead to chronic poisoning.
4. Implementation Suggestions
- Enterprise level: It is recommended that furniture manufacturers establish a complete hazardous substance testing laboratory, equipped with professional instruments and equipment (such as gas chromatograph, mass spectrometer, etc.) to ensure that product quality meets national standards.
- Testing agencies: It is recommended to refer to the GB/T32437-2015 standard, optimize the existing testing process, and increase the ability to detect complex hazardous substances.
- Consumer level: When purchasing furniture, pay attention to environmental certification marks (such as China Environmental Label), and give priority to products made of low-volatile materials.

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