Latex or foam limits for 1,3-butadiene concentration
GECA·clause MS-3.7·p.28
The requirement
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What the product must meet
Limits held for this clause
| Parameter / context | Operator | Limit | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| mass concentration | ≤ | 1 | ppm |
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How it is proven
- Evidence required
- (Only one of the following DoCs is required) DoC MS-3.7.1: Signed declaration that no latex or foam is used in the product; or DoC MS-3.7.2: Signed declaration of non-use of 1,3-butadiene from an Executive Officer of the company that produces the latex or foam; or DoC MS-3.7.3: Report on a test carried out in accordance with the following procedure: A sample of the cured product shall be ground and weighed before being analysed. Sampling by use of a headspace sampler. Analysis by means of gas chromatography, detection by use of a flame ionization detector; or DoC MS-3.7.4: VOC test showing a specific line item for butadiene as zero, or a total “alkenes” line item as less than 0.05 mg/m²hr, or less than 0.05 mg/m³ using any reputable standard VOC test method.
- Who checks it
- Independent body verifies — a certifier, auditor or verifier with no stake
How Klar Cite classifies it
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- What it asks
- Meet — a limit, condition or outcome the product must satisfy
- Standing
- Required — must be met for the credential
- Impact area
- Human Health — the CMF area the clause addresses
Cite this clause
GECA · Furniture, Fittings, Foam & Mattresses · version FFFM (A) Gen 3.0 · clause MS-3.7 · page 28 · build 2026-10-05-0439 · https://klarcite.com/r/8189ae9494b26133
Record details
Page 28, MS-3.7 LATEX OR FOAM LIMITS. Read in build 2026-10-05-0439, harvested 2026-10-05.
uid 8189ae9494b26133 · document aafcd9a084365d0d · fidelity verbatim · published 2026-06
Other clauses in this standard
| Clause | Name |
|---|---|
| EV-1.1.1 | Environmental legislation compliance |
| EV-3.1.1 | Timber and other natural materials sourcing |
| EV-3.1.2 | Wood treatment prohibition |
| EV-3.1.3 | Fabric certification or compliance |
| EV-3.1.4 | Springs and wires cleaning system |
| EV-4.1 | Product information for consumer |