Fogging Test

The fogging test, or mist test, measures the tendency of materials to release volatile substances collected on a cold surface maintained at a controlled temperature. The test, which is specific to some types of materials such as plastics, synthetic leather, natural leather, and composites, is essentially required in the automotive field where it is necessary to ensure that the interior parts of the vehicle do not release substances that are acceptable due to the formation of halos on the crystals. of the vehicle.

The test is performed in accordance with the main international standards (SAE J1756, ISO 6452, ISO 17071, EN 14288, DIN 75201).