SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023
(Main)Organic and organo-mineral fertilizers - Determination of the dry matter content
Organic and organo-mineral fertilizers - Determination of the dry matter content
This document is applicable to fertilizing products, which are classified as PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) or the PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) component in PFC 7 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 [1]. However, the present method was not validated for blends.
This document specifies the procedure for the determination and calculation of the dry matter fraction of organic and organo-mineral fertilizers for which the results of the performed analysis are calculated to the dry matter basis.
Organische und organisch-mineralische Düngemittel - Bestimmung des Trockensubstanzgehalts
Dieses Dokument ist für Düngeprodukte anzuwenden, die den Kategorien PFC 1(A) und PFC 1(B) zugeordnet oder als Komponente der Kategorien PFC 1(A) und PFC 1(B) in PFC 7 der Verordnung (EU) 2019/1009 [1] eingestuft sind. Das vorliegende Verfahren wurde jedoch nicht für Mischungen validiert.
Dieses Dokument legt das Verfahren zur Bestimmung und Berechnung des Trockenmassenanteils von organischen und organisch-mineralischen Düngemitteln fest, für die die Ergebnisse der durchgeführten Analyse bezogen auf die Trockenmasse berechnet werden.
Engrais organiques et organo-minéraux - Détermination de la teneur en matière sèche
Le présent document est applicable aux fertilisants qui sont classés dans les catégories PFC 1(A) et PFC 1(B) ou comme composants de PFC 1(A) et de PFC 1(B) dans la catégorie PFC 7 du Règlement (UE) 2019/1009 [1]. Toutefois, la présente méthode n’a pas été validée pour les mélanges.
Le présent document spécifie le mode opératoire pour la détermination et le calcul de la fraction de matière sèche d’engrais organiques et organo-minéraux pour lesquels les résultats des analyses menées sont calculés sur la base de la matière sèche.
Organska in organsko-mineralna gnojila - Določevanje suhe snovi
Ta dokument določa metodo za določevanje suhe snovi v organskih in organsko-mineralnih gnojilih.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Public Enquiry End Date
- 02-Jan-2022
- Publication Date
- 09-Jan-2023
- Technical Committee
- KAT - Soil quality
- Current Stage
- 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
- Start Date
- 06-Jan-2023
- Due Date
- 13-Mar-2023
- Completion Date
- 10-Jan-2023
Relations
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 01-Mar-2026
Overview
SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 is a technical specification developed by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST) in alignment with the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). This standard establishes a reliable procedure for the determination and calculation of the dry matter content in organic and organo-mineral fertilizers. Specifically, it applies to fertilizing products classified as PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B), or these components within PFC 7 under Regulation (EU) 2019/1009.
The dry matter fraction is a critical parameter for characterizing fertilizers since water content is not considered part of the analytical result. Standardizing this measurement ensures consistent reporting and comparability of fertilizer products across the European market.
Key Topics
Scope
- Applicable to organic and organo-mineral fertilizers (PFC 1(A), PFC 1(B) and respective components).
- Not validated for fertilizer blends.
- Aligns with requirements under Regulation (EU) 2019/1009.
Dry Matter Content Determination
- Specifies oven drying at 105 ± 2°C until constant mass is achieved.
- Involves precise weighing before and after drying to calculate water loss and dry matter fraction.
- Addresses both solid and liquid samples, using sand or inert materials when necessary to promote even drying.
Sample Preparation and Quality Assurance
- Recommends careful sampling following EN 1482.
- Duplicate analysis suggested in cases of uncertainty.
- Details on normalization and reporting to ensure transparent results.
Test Reporting
- Requirements for documenting sampling, procedures, and incidental events.
- Clear identification of samples and referencing the technical specification.
Safety and Interferences
- Acknowledges possible changes during drying (e.g., CO₂ absorption).
- Highlights safety regarding flammable or explosive gases from certain samples.
Applications
The standardized determination of dry matter content is essential for:
Product Characterization and Labelling
- Enables accurate declaration of fertilizer nutrient content on a dry matter basis, ensuring regulatory compliance.
Quality Control in Production and Trade
- Supports manufacturers and importers in verifying that organic and organo-mineral fertilizers meet EU and national standards.
- Facilitates harmonized market access within the EU by ensuring uniform measurement practices.
Research and Development
- Provides a robust foundation for comparative studies of fertilizer properties and for the development of new products in the fertilizer industry.
Environmental Assessment and Soil Fertility Management
- Assists agronomists and environmental scientists in evaluating the efficacy and impact of fertilizers, based on their true nutrient contributions.
Related Standards
For a comprehensive approach to fertilizer analysis and dry matter content, the following standards are relevant:
- EN 1482 - Fertilizers and liming materials - General rules for sampling.
- EN 13040 - Soil improvers and growing media - Sample preparation and dry matter determination.
- EN 14787 - Fertilizers and liming materials - Determination of water content.
- EN 12048 - Solid fertilizers and liming materials - Moisture content determination by drying.
- EN 15934 - Sludge, treated biowaste, soil and waste - Dry matter calculation.
- ISO 11465 - Soil quality - Determination of dry matter and water content (gravimetric method).
- Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 - Rules for EU fertilizing products.
Practical Value
The adoption of SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 across laboratories and production facilities enables:
- Consistency in regulatory submissions for fertilizers within the EU.
- Greater clarity for customers regarding product composition.
- Process efficiency by following a harmonized, validated method.
- Support for sustainable agriculture through accurate assessment of organic inputs.
This technical specification ensures that all stakeholders in the fertilizer supply chain operate with a trusted and comparable measurement framework, supporting product quality, transparency, and regulatory alignment.
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Frequently Asked Questions
SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 is a technical specification published by the Slovenian Institute for Standardization (SIST). Its full title is "Organic and organo-mineral fertilizers - Determination of the dry matter content". This standard covers: This document is applicable to fertilizing products, which are classified as PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) or the PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) component in PFC 7 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 [1]. However, the present method was not validated for blends. This document specifies the procedure for the determination and calculation of the dry matter fraction of organic and organo-mineral fertilizers for which the results of the performed analysis are calculated to the dry matter basis.
This document is applicable to fertilizing products, which are classified as PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) or the PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) component in PFC 7 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 [1]. However, the present method was not validated for blends. This document specifies the procedure for the determination and calculation of the dry matter fraction of organic and organo-mineral fertilizers for which the results of the performed analysis are calculated to the dry matter basis.
SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 65.080 - Fertilizers. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to SIST-TS CEN/TS 17778:2023, SIST-TS CEN/TS 17769:2023, SIST-TS CEN/TS 17776:2023, SIST-TS CEN/TS 17772:2023, oSIST prEN 17773:2026. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
SIST-TS CEN/TS 17773:2023 is associated with the following European legislation: EU Directives/Regulations: 2019/1009; Standardization Mandates: M/564. When a standard is cited in the Official Journal of the European Union, products manufactured in conformity with it benefit from a presumption of conformity with the essential requirements of the corresponding EU directive or regulation.
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Standards Content (Sample)
SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-februar-2023
Organska in organsko-mineralna gnojila - Določevanje suhe snovi
Organic and organo-mineral fertilizers - Determination of the dry matter content
Organische und organisch-mineralische Düngemittel - Bestimmung des
Trockensubstanzgehalts
Engrais organiques et organo-minéraux - Détermination de la teneur en matière sèche
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: CEN/TS 17773:2022
ICS:
65.080 Gnojila Fertilizers
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.
CEN/TS 17773
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATION
SPÉCIFICATION TECHNIQUE
April 2022
TECHNISCHE SPEZIFIKATION
ICS 65.080
English Version
Organic and organo-mineral fertilizers - Determination of
the dry matter content
Engrais organiques et organo-minéraux - Organische und organisch-mineralische Düngemittel -
Détermination de la teneur en matière sèche Bestimmung des Trockenrückstands
This Technical Specification (CEN/TS) was approved by CEN on 13 February 2022 for provisional application.
The period of validity of this CEN/TS is limited initially to three years. After two years the members of CEN will be requested to
submit their comments, particularly on the question whether the CEN/TS can be converted into a European Standard.
CEN members are required to announce the existence of this CEN/TS in the same way as for an EN and to make the CEN/TS
available promptly at national level in an appropriate form. It is permissible to keep conflicting national standards in force (in
parallel to the CEN/TS) until the final decision about the possible conversion of the CEN/TS into an EN is reached.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia,
Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway,
Poland, Portugal, Republic of North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and
United Kingdom.
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worldwide for CEN national Members.
Contents Page
European foreword . 3
Introduction . 4
1 Scope . 5
2 Normative references . 5
3 Terms and definitions . 5
4 Principle . 5
5 Sampling and sample preparation . 5
6 Interferences . 5
7 Reagents . 6
8 Apparatus . 6
9 Procedure . 6
9.1 Procedure A . 6
9.2 Procedure B . 6
9.3 Procedure A and B . 7
10 Quality control . 7
11 Calculation and expression of results . 7
12 Test report . 8
Bibliography . 9
European foreword
This document (CEN/TS 17773:2022) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN/TC 260
“Fertilizers and liming materials”, the secretariat of which is held by DIN.
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. CEN shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights.
This document has been prepared under a standardisation request given to CEN by the European
Commission and the European Free Trade Association.
Any feedback and questions on this document should be directed to the users’ national standards body.
A complete listing of these bodies can be found on the CEN website.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organisations of the
following countries are bound to announce this Technical Specification: Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria,
Croatia, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland,
Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Republic of
North Macedonia, Romania, Serbia, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, Turkey and the United
Kingdom.
Introduction
In case of the analysis of organic and organo-mineral fertilizers, water is usually not considered a part of
the sample and results are generally related to dry matter, which can be calculated by determining the
dry residue (dry matter content).
1 Scope
This document is applicable to fertilizing products, which are classified as PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) or the
PFC 1(A) and PFC 1(B) component in PFC 7 of Regulation (EU) 2019/1009 [1]. However, the present
method was not validated for blends.
This document specifies the procedure for the determination and calculation of the dry matter fraction
of organic and organo-mineral fertilizers for which the results of the performed analysis are calculated
to the dry matter basis.
2 Normative references
There are no normative references in this document.
3 Terms and definitions
For the purposes of this document, the following terms and definitions apply.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
• ISO Online browsing platform: available at https://www.iso.org/obp
• IEC Electropedia: available at https://www.electropedia.org/
3.1
dry residue
remaining mass fraction of a sa
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