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What is ISO 16023?

ISO 16023 is officially titled:

“Plastics — Determination of the chemical identity of polymers by infrared spectrometry”

The standard specifies:

  1. Procedures to identify polymer types by their infrared spectral characteristics
  2. Guidelines for sample preparation, instrument calibration, and spectrum analysis
  3. Criteria for interpreting and comparing IR spectra against reference data
  4. Applicable for both qualitative identification and material verification

This standard is essential for laboratories, manufacturers, recyclers, and product developers to accurately identify plastic materials and ensure product integrity.

Why is ISO 16023 important?

In industries reliant on plastics, correct polymer identification is crucial to:

  1. Maintain product quality and consistency
  2. Detect counterfeit or non-compliant materials
  3. Support recycling and circular economy initiatives
  4. Meet regulatory requirements for product safety and labeling
  5. Facilitate failure analysis and material traceability

Using ISO 16023 ensures that the identification process is scientifically valid, repeatable, and internationally accepted, minimizing errors and improving trust in material data.

What are the benefits of ISO 16023?

Implementing ISO 16023 delivers significant advantages:

  1. Accurate Material Identification: Provides clear chemical fingerprints of polymers
  2. Quality Assurance: Supports verification of raw materials and final products
  3. Supports Recycling Efforts: Identifies plastic types for sorting and reprocessing
  4. Regulatory Compliance: Meets international standards for material traceability
  5. Standardized Testing Procedures: Enhances laboratory reproducibility and reduces ambiguity


What kind of businesses can benefit from ISO 16023?

Here’s how ISO 16023 benefits your business:

  1. Improved Product Quality Control

          Ensure only specified polymers are used, reducing defects and recalls.

  1. Enhanced Supply Chain Transparency

          Validate material authenticity and origin with scientific rigor.

  1. Compliance with Environmental Regulations

          Facilitate compliance with plastic labeling and recycling mandates.

  1. Reduced Waste and Cost Savings

          Optimize material use by accurately identifying and segregating polymers.

  1. Increased Customer Confidence

          Demonstrate commitment to quality and sustainability with certified testing methods.

  1. Supports Innovation

          Enable R&D teams to develop new polymer blends with verified compositions.


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