HMR
Board Specification
Boards for interior fitments (including furniture) for use in dry conditions – requirements for specified mechanical properties.
| Properties | Standard | Thickness (mm) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| > 16 to 18 | 25 | ||
| Requirement | Requirement | ||
| Bending Strength (N/mm²) | EN 312 | > 13.0 | > 12.0 |
| Internal Bond (N/mm²) | EN 312 | > 0.35 | > 0.35 |
| MOE (N/mm²) | EN 310 | > 1600 | > 1500 |
| Screw Holding Edge (N) | BS 5669:1989 | > 360 | > 250 |
| Surface Soundness (N/mm²) | EN 312 | > 0.8 | > 0.8 |
| 24-Hour Thickness Swelling (%)(1) | HeveaBoard | Max 12 | Max 12 |
| Moisture Content (%) | EN 312 | 5 – 13 | 5 – 13 |
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Note: Standard reference – Particleboards – Specifications, EN 312:2010 (Type P2 board).
(1) 24-hour thickness swelling applies to HMR products only, excluding the V313 test.
Board Specification: Formaldehyde Emission Release
| Formaldehyde Emission Class | Requirement |
|---|---|
| E0 | Content ≤ 5 mg/100 g oven-dry board |
| CARB Phase 2 | Max 0.09 ppm |
