Regulatory Information
The ASTM, EN, and ISO standards ensure quality, durability, and performance of sealants and sealant backing materials in construction, industrial applications, and infrastructure projects. Compliance with these standards helps manufacturers produce high-quality, reliable sealants for various applications.
Below is a list of American (ASTM), European (EN), and International (ISO) standards related to sealants and sealant backing.
ASTM D5249 – Specification for Backer Material for Use with Cold- and Hot-Applied Joint Sealants in Portland Cement Concrete and Asphalt Joints.
ASTM C1253 – Test Method for Determining the Outgassing Potential of Sealant Backing.
ASTM C1016 – Test Method for Determining the Water Absorption of Sealant Backing (Joint Filler) Material.
ASTM C920 – Specification for Elastomeric Joint Sealants.
ASTM C1184 – Specification for Structural Silicone Sealants.
ASTM C719 – Test Method for Adhesion and Cohesion of Elastomeric Sealants Under Cyclic Movement.
ASTM C793 – Test Method for Effects of Accelerated Weathering on Sealants.
ASTM C1620 – Specification for Sealant Backing Materials.
ASTM C661 – Test Method for Indentation Hardness of Elastomeric Sealants.
ASTM C679 – Test Method for Tack-Free Time of Sealants.
EN 15651-1 – Sealants for Non-Structural Use in Buildings – Facade Sealants.
EN 15651-2 – Sealants for Non-Structural Use in Buildings – Glazing Sealants.
EN 15651-3 – Sealants for Non-Structural Use in Buildings – Sanitary Sealants.
EN 15651-4 – Sealants for Non-Structural Use in Buildings – Pedestrian Walkways.
EN 14188-1 – Joint Sealants for Road and Airfield Pavements – Hot Applied Sealants.
EN 14188-2 – Joint Sealants for Road and Airfield Pavements – Cold Applied Sealants.
EN 28340 – Determination of Adhesion and Cohesion Properties of Sealants.
EN 28341 – Determination of Durability of Sealants Under Environmental Conditions.
ISO 11600 – Classification and Requirements for Sealants.
ISO 7390 – Determination of Flow Properties of Sealants.
ISO 10563 – Determination of Change in Mass and Volume of Sealants.
ISO 11343 – Determination of Adhesion Properties of Sealants.
ISO 6927 – Vocabulary for Sealants.
ISO 9047 – Determination of Tensile Properties of Sealants.
ISO 13640 – Determination of Durability of Sealants Under Cyclic Movement.
ISO 21368 – Guidelines for the Use of Sealants in Construction.
