BS EN 12670:2019

What is BS EN 12670 – Natural stone terminology about? 

BS EN 12670 is a European standard that discusses the terminology for natural stone. 

BS EN 12670 defines the recommended terminology covering scientific and technical terms, test methods, products, and the classification of Natural Stones. 

Note- 

BS EN 12670 does not cover roofing slate, for roofing slate. 

Who is BS EN 12670 – Natural stone terminology for? 

BS EN 12670 on terminology for natural stone is applicable to: 

• Architect 
• Construction companies  
• Suppliers and retailers of natural stone 
• Scientists  
• Companies dealing with natural stone  

Why should you use BS EN 12670 – Natural stone terminology? 

BS EN 12670 provides the guidance for the terminology which covers the field of geology, mining, processing, marketing and products of Natural Stone. It also includes scientific classifications that allow setting the scientific name of the stone varieties. 

BS EN 12670 gives you the terminological bases for geographical and petrologic definitions of natural stone and its classification. It also incorporates most of the popular or commercial terminology. 

BS EN 12670 sets an industry-wide standard for the terminology to be used for natural stone. This will help you harmonize the different terms used by different parties in the natural stone supply chain. 

What’s changed since the last update? 

BS EN 12670:2019 supersedes BS EN 12670:2002, which is withdrawn. It includes: 

• The changes concern essentially the proper scientific definitions, terminology, and diagrams