2. 5. 2. Limits for volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds in plastering and spackle for interior use

Plastering and spackle, if supplied mixed and ready for use, may emit various harmful substances into indoor air, particularly volatile and semi-volatile organic compounds (VOCs and SVOCs). It is thus sensible to define VOC and SVOC limits for factory-premixed plastering and spackling paste for indoor use.

Definitions:

• VOC (Volatile Organic Compound): an organic compound with an initial boiling point of at least 50 °C and not more than 250 °C at a standard pressure of 101.3 kPa.

• SVOC (low volatility organic compound or “high boiler”): an organic compound with an initial boiling point of at least 250 °C and at most 400 °C.

The content of volatile organic compounds (VOC) in can (unprocessed plaster mortar "in the container") must not exceed 0.01% by weight (100 ppm).

Proof:
Safety data sheet as amended by Regulation (EU) No 453/2010, and manufacturer's declaration.

This criterion is fulfilled for powdered plasters and fillers.

All products awarded the following eco label meet these criteria:

• natureplus quality label

Alternatively, the corresponding baubook declaration may serve as evidence (www.baubook.info/oea).

VOC and SVOC definitions added to the explanation.

Date of editorial change: March 12, 2024