Flammability Testing

To protect users’ safety in case of fire hazards, compulsory flammability requirements are in place in key markets such as the Furniture and Furnishings Flammability Regulations in the UK and 16 CFR 1610 in the US. These are applicable to domestic textiles and commercial textiles as they can be exposed to different flame and heat sources. Therefore, the flammability of these materials and the finished products which utilise them must be properly evaluated.

Products covered by these regulations and standards must be tested to ensure their compliance includes: 

• All filling materials must meet specific ignition tests
• All upholstery must be cigarette resistant
• Furniture must be permanently labelled
• Furniture suppliers must maintain records for five years

Eurofins service portfolio covers textiles flammability tests to help companies to determine compliance with different flammability regulations and standards in products such as:

• Fabrics
• Nightwear and sleepwear
• Garments
• Upholstery fabrics and upholstered furniture
• Mattresses
• Costumes, etc.

Our experts can also guide the development of bespoke programmes and offer tailored solutions to best suit your flammability testing needs. 

Contact us for further information and to discuss your testing needs.