LCS Laboratory Inc., offers laboratory testing of self-heating solids, by the EPA method 1050 part C, for the classification of potentially dangerous goods.
During the test, 1L of the sample is placed in a cube cage made of stainless steel mesh and heated to 140 oC. We observe the sample and its temperature for 24 hours for any signs of a self heating reaction, such as: rapid self heating and/or smoldering. If the sample temperature reaches 200oC, this is clear indication of a Self Heating Reaction
We have tested 100’s of materials. Based on our observations, materials that commonly exhibit self-heating properties, include, but are not limited to:
- Wood charcoal
- Coal dust
- Wood pellets
- Wood pellets with recycled materials
- Saw dust
- Polymer dust (cured and not)
- Rubber dust (cured and not)
- Oil based wood stains on rags
- Vegetable oils on any porous materials like felt, cotton, paper, or wood dust
- Oils and polymers on silica gel
- Recycled paper dust
- Biomass dust
- Dehydrated biomass
- Catalysts
- Metal dust
- Some anhydrous and dehydrated materials
We offer some of the most competitive rates for this test, and would love to assist you with your queries. We need 1.5L of material in its commercial form, shipped in airtight metal container.
Please note that the EPA method 1050 part C, that we discuss here, is shorter than the GHS test. Please check you requirements to see if you need GHS or EPA test. We can do both. Please email us to discuss your project prior to submitting of your sample for analysis.
