ANNEX

TEXTILE FLOOR COVERINGS CRITERIA

1.RAW MATERIALS

Generic materials requirements

1.1.Textile fibres — chemical substances

Polypropylene

(a)Lead-based pigments shall not be used.

Assessment and verification: the applicant shall provide a declaration of non-use.

(b)Emissions of NOx and SO2 from the production of PP (monomer production, polymerisation and granulation) must not exceed the following limits:

  • NOx: 12 kg/ton PP

  • SO2: 11 kg/ton PP

Assessment and verification: the fibre manufacturer must measure or calculate the quantities of NOx and SO2 emitted during PP production and provide a declaration of compliance with the criterion. The applicant shall provide only the appropriate documentation.