EN 14155:2003
(Main)Derivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methods
Derivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methods
This European Standard defines the specifications and the test methods for carbon black feedstock i.e. coal tar, coal tar fractions or coal tar distillates used for the manufacture of carbon black.
Derivate der Kohlenpyrolyse - Rußrohstoff aus Steinkohlenteeröl - Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren
Diese Europäische Norm legt Anforderungen und Prüfverfahren für Rußrohstoffe, z. B. aus Steinkohlenteer, Steinkohlenteerfraktionen oder Steinkohlenteerdestillaten aus Steinkohlenteer, verwendet zur Herstellung von Industrieruß, fest.
Produits dérivés de la pyrolyse du charbon - Produits à base de goudron de charbon: Substrats de noir de carbone - Spécifications et méthodes d'essai
Domaine d'application
La présente Norme européenne définit les spécifications et méthodes d'essai des substrats de noir de carbone, c'est-à-dire, le goudron de houille, les fractions de goudron de houille ou distillats de goudron de houille utilisés pour la fabrication du noir de carbone.
Derivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methods
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 08-Jul-2003
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Jan-2004
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 317 - Derivates from coal from pyrolysis
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 317/WG 2 - Coal tar based oils
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 20-Feb-2024
- Completion Date
- 11-Feb-2026
Relations
- Refers
EN ISO 2719:2025 - Determination of flash point - Pensky-Martens closed cup method (ISO 2719:2025) - Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 14155:2003 is a European Standard developed by CEN that outlines the specifications and test methods for carbon black feedstock derived from coal pyrolysis. The standard specifically addresses coal tar, coal tar fractions, and coal tar distillates used as raw materials in the manufacture of carbon black. EN 14155:2003 is essential for ensuring the quality, consistency, and safety of carbon black feedstock throughout the industry.
By providing standardized criteria and assessment procedures, this standard supports manufacturers, suppliers, and users across Europe in maintaining compliance and optimizing the quality of their processes and finished products.
Key Topics
Specifications for Carbon Black Feedstock:
Outlines physical and chemical property requirements, such as:- Density at 15°C
- Water content
- Flash point
- Sodium content
- Ash content
- Crystallization temperature
Test Methods:
Details standardized analytical methods to assess feedstock characteristics, drawing on recognized methods such as:- EN ISO 3675 for density measurement
- ISO 760 and ISO 3733 for water content
- EN ISO 2719 for flash point
- EN 241 and ISO/DIS 14435 for sodium content
- EN ISO 6245 for ash determination
- prEN 13991 for crystallization temperature
Sampling Procedures:
Defines how samples should be obtained to ensure representative analysis, referencing methods from EN 1014-1.Terminology and Reference Standards:
Specifies definitions and refers to related terminological and procedural documents to ensure cross-compatibility and clarity.
Applications
EN 14155:2003 is used by a wide range of stakeholders within the carbon black manufacturing and coal derivatives industries, including:
- Raw Material Selection and Quality Control:
Ensures that only materials meeting defined specifications are used, reducing the risk of process disruption or inferior product quality. - Supply Chain Consistency:
Supports standardized procurement and supplier qualification, creating a consistent baseline for evaluating carbon black feedstocks. - Regulatory Compliance:
Provides documented testing and specification procedures for meeting national and European regulatory requirements. - Research, Development, and Process Optimization:
Facilitates technical innovation and performance improvements by ensuring material inputs are well-characterized. - Safety and Environmental Protection:
Establishes testing around potentially hazardous properties (e.g., flash point, water content) to enhance safe handling and storage practices.
Related Standards
Several international and European standards are referenced within EN 14155:2003 for terminology, methods, and material classifications, including:
- EN ISO 3675: Crude petroleum and liquid petroleum products - Laboratory determination of density - Hydrometer method
- ISO 760 / ISO 3733: Determination of water content in petroleum and bituminous materials
- EN ISO 2719: Determination of flash point - Pensky-Martens closed cup method
- EN 241 / ISO/DIS 14435: Methods for determining sodium content in petroleum and carbonaceous materials
- EN ISO 6245: Determination of ash content in petroleum products
- EN 12303:2000: Terminology for coal tar based oils
- EN 1014-1: Procedures for sampling creosote and creosoted timber
- prEN 13991: Specifications and test methods for creosotes from coal pyrolysis
Practical Value
EN 14155:2003 is a critical document for any organization involved in the production, procurement, or quality assessment of carbon black feedstock from coal pyrolysis. Following these specifications ensures product quality, business continuity, and regulatory alignment, while its robust test methods and references to widely recognized standards simplify implementation and harmonize practices across borders.
For manufacturers, technical experts, and compliance managers, adopting EN 14155:2003 leads to improved efficiency, reduced risk, and greater market acceptance for carbon black and its derivatives.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 14155:2003 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Derivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methods". This standard covers: This European Standard defines the specifications and the test methods for carbon black feedstock i.e. coal tar, coal tar fractions or coal tar distillates used for the manufacture of carbon black.
This European Standard defines the specifications and the test methods for carbon black feedstock i.e. coal tar, coal tar fractions or coal tar distillates used for the manufacture of carbon black.
EN 14155:2003 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.060.10 - Chemical elements. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 14155:2003 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 2719:2025, CEN/TS 1992-4-2:2009, EN ISO 6245:2002, EN 1014-1:2010, EN ISO 3675:1998, EN 12303:2000, EN 13991:2024, EN 241:2000, EN ISO 4630-1:2004. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Derivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methodsDerivate der Kohlenpyrolyse - Rußrohstoff aus Steinkohlenteeröl - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenProduits dérivés de la pyrolyse du charbon - Produits a base de goudron de charbon: Substrats de noir de carbone - Spécifications et méthodes d'essaiDerivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock - Specifications and test methods75.160.10Trda gorivaSolid fuelsICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 14155:2003SIST EN 14155:2003en01-oktober-2003SIST EN 14155:2003SLOVENSKI
STANDARD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 14155July 2003ICS 71.060.10English versionDerivatives from coal pyrolysis - Carbon black feedstock -Specifications and test methodsProduits dérivés de la pyrolyse du charbon - Produits àbase de goudron de charbon: Substrats de noir de carbone- Spécifications et méthodes d'essaiDerivate der Kohlenpyrolyse - Rußrohstoff ausSteinkohlenteeröl - Anforderungen und PrüfverfahrenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 16 May 2003.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UnitedKingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
B-1050 Brussels© 2003 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 14155:2003 ESIST EN 14155:2003
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