SIST EN 14906:2012
(Main)Leather - Leather for automotive - Test methods and testing parameters
Leather - Leather for automotive - Test methods and testing parameters
This European Standard gives guidelines to select the test methods to assess the performance of leather for automotive. This document also specifies the sampling and conditioning procedures of specimens.
NOTE Regulations on chemical substances in consumer goods may differ from country to country requiring for any given market a special attention to restricted substances.
Leder - Automobilleder - Prüfverfahren und Prüfparameter
Dieses Dokument gibt Richtlinien für die Auswahl der Prüfverfahren vor, um die Leistung von Leder in Kraft-fahrzeugen zu bewerten. Dieses Dokument legt die Verfahren für Probenahme und Konditionierung der Proben fest.
ANMERKUNG Bestimmungen zu chemischen Substanzen in Konsumgütern können von Land zu Land unterschiedlich sein und erfordern für einen bestimmten Markt eine besondere Berücksichtigung verbotener Substanzen.
Cuir - Cuir pour l'automobile - Méthodes d'essai
La présente Norme européenne fournit des lignes directrices pour le choix des méthodes d’essai permettant d’évaluer les performances du cuir destiné à l’industrie automobile. Elle spécifie également les modes opératoires d’échantillonnage et de conditionnement des échantillons.
NOTE Les réglementations sur les substances chimiques présentes dans les biens de consommation sont susceptibles de différer d’un pays à l’autre et nécessiter, pour un marché donné, une attention particulière par rapport à certaines substances faisant l’objet de restrictions.
Usnje - Usnje za uporabo v avtomobilih - Preskusni postopki in parametri
Ta evropski standard določa smernice za izbiro preskusnih postopkov za oceno lastnosti usnja za uporabo v avtomobilih. Ta dokument določa tudi postopke vzorčenja in kondicioniranja vzorcev.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 07-Jun-2012
- Technical Committee
- IUSN - Leather
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 01-Jun-2012
- Due Date
- 06-Aug-2012
- Completion Date
- 08-Jun-2012
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jul-2012
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Refers
SIST EN ISO 9237:1999 - Textiles - Determination of permeability of fabrics to air (ISO 9237:1995) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
SIST EN 14906:2012 is a European standard that provides comprehensive guidelines for selecting appropriate test methods and parameters to assess the performance of leather used in automotive applications. Developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) in alignment with EN 14906:2012, this document also covers detailed sampling and conditioning procedures for leather specimens. It is essential for ensuring that automotive leather products meet industry, quality, and safety requirements across various markets. Special consideration is advised for compliance with local regulations on restricted chemical substances in consumer products.
Key Topics
- Selection of Test Methods: Offers guidance on the choice of standardized tests for key attributes of automotive leather.
- Sampling Procedures: Specifies how and where specimens should be taken to ensure representativeness and repeatability.
- Conditioning of Specimens: Details the procedures for preparing leather samples for both physical/mechanical and chemical testing.
- Testing Parameters: Defines fundamental and complementary properties to assess, including durability, fastness, emission behaviour, and more.
- Reporting Requirements: Outlines the essential information to be included in test reports and encourages additional specification-based details.
Main Test Areas
- Physical & Mechanical Properties: Apparent density, thickness, tensile strength, tear resistance, flex resistance, abrasion resistance.
- Durability: Resistance to wear, dimensional stability under ageing, colour fastness to light and rubbing.
- Emission & Chemical Properties: Fogging, formaldehyde emission, colour fastness to water and plasticized PVC, resistance to chemicals and environmental factors.
- Special Properties: Resistance to flame spread, soiling/cleanability, permeability to air (for perforated leather), water vapour permeability.
Applications
SIST EN 14906:2012 is crucial for any organization involved in the manufacturing, testing, or procurement of automotive leather, including:
- Automotive Industry: Ensures leather components such as upholstery, headrests, dashboards, steering wheels, gear knobs, and trim panels adhere to quality and safety specifications demanded by vehicle manufacturers and regulatory bodies.
- Leather Producers and Suppliers: Supports the development and validation of performance specifications, contributing to reliable supply chain quality assurance.
- Testing Laboratories: Provides clear protocols for sample preparation, testing procedures, and result reporting, ensuring comparability and compliance with European and international requirements.
- Procurement & Quality Control: Assists buyers and quality managers in specifying and verifying key characteristics during supplier negotiations and product validation.
Related Standards
To ensure holistic conformity and accuracy, SIST EN 14906:2012 references and aligns with several key standards, including:
- EN 15987:2011: Leather terminology – essential definitions for the leather trade.
- EN ISO 2418 & ISO 2588: Methods for leather sampling and sample quantity.
- EN ISO 2419 & EN ISO 4044: Conditioning and preparation of samples for physical, mechanical, and chemical tests.
- EN ISO 11644, EN ISO 5402-1, EN ISO 17071: Adhesion of finish, determination of flex resistance, and fogging characteristics.
- EN ISO 2589, EN ISO 3376, EN ISO 3377-1: Determination of thickness, tensile properties, and tear load.
- EN ISO 105-B06, EN 20105-A02: Colour fastness and resistance to artificial light.
- EN ISO 17226-3, EN ISO 14268, EN ISO 9237: Formaldehyde emission, water vapour permeability, and air permeability.
- VDA Methods (Automotive Industry): For specific procedures such as VOC emissions, odour testing, loose grain effect, and stick-slip behaviour (see bibliographical references in the standard).
SIST EN 14906:2012 is an essential resource for ensuring that automotive leather products meet performance, durability, and regulatory requirements, making it an industry benchmark for safety, quality, and compliance within the European market and beyond.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST EN 14906:2012 is a standard published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Leather - Leather for automotive - Test methods and testing parameters". This standard covers: This European Standard gives guidelines to select the test methods to assess the performance of leather for automotive. This document also specifies the sampling and conditioning procedures of specimens. NOTE Regulations on chemical substances in consumer goods may differ from country to country requiring for any given market a special attention to restricted substances.
This European Standard gives guidelines to select the test methods to assess the performance of leather for automotive. This document also specifies the sampling and conditioning procedures of specimens. NOTE Regulations on chemical substances in consumer goods may differ from country to country requiring for any given market a special attention to restricted substances.
SIST EN 14906:2012 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 43.020 - Road vehicles in general; 59.140.30 - Leather and furs. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST EN 14906:2012 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST-TS CEN/TS 14906:2005, SIST EN ISO 3377-1:2012, SIST EN ISO 17186:2012, SIST EN ISO 11644:2023, SIST EN ISO 17228:2015, SIST EN 20105-A02:1996, SIST EN ISO 23910:2019, SIST EN ISO 2420:2017, SIST EN ISO 14268:2023, SIST EN ISO 9237:1999, SIST EN ISO 2419:2024, SIST EN ISO 2589:2016, SIST EN ISO 15701:2022, SIST EN ISO 17227:2003, SIST EN ISO 17074:2011. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST EN 14906:2012 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Usnje - Usnje za uporabo v avtomobilih - Preskusni postopki in parametriLeder - Automobilleder - Prüfverfahren und PrüfparameterCuir - Cuir pour l'automobile - Méthodes d'essaiLeather - Leather for automotive - Test methods and testing parameters59.140.30Usnje in krznoLeather and furs43.020Cestna vozila na splošnoRoad vehicles in generalICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14906:2012SIST EN 14906:2012en,de01-julij-2012SIST EN 14906:2012SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARD NORME EUROPÉENNE EUROPÄISCHE NORM
EN 14906
May 2012 ICS 59.140.30 Supersedes CEN/TS 14906:2004English Version
Leather - Leather for automotive - Test methods and testing parameters
Cuir - Cuir pour l'automobile - Méthodes d'essai
Leder - Automobilleder - Prüfverfahren und PrüfparameterThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 April 2012.
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