BS EN ISO 19070:2016

What is ISO 19070 – Chemical determination of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather about?  

ISO 19070 is an international standard that focuses on the determination of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather. ISO 19070 specifies a method to determine the amount of N-methyl-2-pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather and leather components. 

Who is ISO 19070 - Chemical determination of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather for? 

ISO 19070 on the Chemical determination of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather is useful for: 

• Leather manufacturers and suppliers  
• Chemical laboratories 

Why should you use ISO 19070 - Chemical determination of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather?  

Leather tanneries and manufacturers use a wide variety of methods to give the leather a certain look and feel, depending on the hide’s ultimate application. Some of those treatments are detrimental to the quality and durability of the leather but could go unnoticed by the manufacturer unless the material is professionally tested before shipping to stores. 

ISO 19070 covers sample preparation, extraction procedure, chromatographic determination, and quantification methods for of N-methyl-2- pyrrolidone (NMP) in leather.  

Benefits of ISO 19070 as given below: 

• Protect your brand with quality assurance and customer confidence 
• Earn an Ecolabel 
• Ensure you comply with REACH regulations 
• Be prepared for risk assessment