ASTM F 3496 : 2020 : R2026

1.1This specification applies to the maximum content of eight PAHs (PAH8) in materials used as synthetic turf infill.

1.2This specification outlines a test method for sample preparation and the method for analyzing the content of the eight PAHs in synthetic turf infill.

1.3This specification provides guidelines for reporting the content of the eight PAHs in the synthetic turf infill.

1.4This specification is applicable to any infill material used in synthetic turf.

1.5The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units are included in this standard.

1.6This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.7This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.