We use cookies to give you the best experience and to help improve our website

Find out what cookies we use and how to disable them

ISO/NP 25384 Flexible cellular polymeric materials — Latex foam for mattress, pillow, cushions and topper applications — Specifications

Scope

This International Standard will provide the specifications for Latex Foam manufactured from Natural Rubber Latex, Synthetic Rubber Latex or combination of both. This will also cover the Test Methods of the Specifications for Foam products such as Mattresses, Pillows, Cushions and Toppers.

Purpose

Natural rubber latex foam, once overshadowed in the commercial market by synthetic rubber latex foam and polyurethane foam due to economic advantages, is experiencing a resurgence driven by shifting consumer preferences towards sustainable materials. This trend has sparked increased awareness and demand for latex foam products made from natural rubber latex. Across Europe, Asia, and the USA, several leading latex foam rubber manufacturing companies have recognized this demand and diversified their exclusive synthetic rubber latex portfolios to include natural rubber latex foam. The current market size of 178,000 MT/A is estimated and is growing at about 6% pa especially in the emerging markets. However, ensuring the performance and uniformity of these products for trade and commercial activities requires adherence to scientifically designed quality parameters, typically in the form of specifications and standards. This emphasizes the importance of robust quality control measures to maintain product consistency and meet the evolving needs of consumers and markets worldwide. Hence, globally acceptable harmonious standard is recommended.

Comment on proposal

Required form fields are indicated by an asterisk (*) character.


Please email further comments to: debbie.stead@bsigroup.com

Follow standard

You are now following this standard. Weekly digest emails will be sent to update you on the following activities:

You can manage your follow preferences from your Account. Please check your mailbox junk folder if you don't receive the weekly email.

Unfollow standard

You have successfully unsubscribed from weekly updates for this standard.

Error