BS EN 16175-2 specifies a method for the determination of mercury in aqua regia or nitric acid digests of sludge, treated biowaste, and soil, obtained according to EN 16173 or EN 16174 using cold vapor atomic fluorescence spectrometry (CV-AFS). The lower working range limit is 0,003 mg/kg (dry matter basis).
BS EN 16175-2 is applicable and validated for several types such as sludge, biowaste, and soil.
BS EN 16175-2 on Sludge, treated biowaste, and soil is relevant to:
Cold vapor atomic fluorescence is an extremely selective technique with a high sensitivity, which allows accurate measurement of extremely low mercury levels
BS EN 16175-2 defines the method and procedures for determining the mercury content present in sludges, biowastes, and soil using the cold vapor atomic fluorescence spectrometry method.
BS EN 16175-2 contributes to the development of product-specific standards and certification schemes that will benefit both businesses and the environment by helping to decompose waste without hindering the environment.
EN 16175-2:2016