(a) This Standard provides a test
method to determine the surface flammability
of carpets and rugs when exposed
to a standard small source of ignition
under carefully prescribed draftprotected
conditions. It is applicable to
all types of carpets and rugs used as
floor covering materials regardless of
their method of fabrication or whether
they are made of natural or synthetic
fibers or films, or combinations of or
substitutes for these.
(b) One of a kind, carpet or rug, such
as an antique, an Oriental, or a hide,
may be excluded from testing under
this Standard pursuant to conditions
established by the Consumer Product
Safety Commission.
CPSC 16 CFR PT 1630-2008 history
2010CPSC 16 CFR PT 1630-2010 STANDARD FOR THE SURFACE FLAMMABILITY OF CARPETS AND RUGS (FF 1-70)
2009CPSC 16 CFR PT 1630-2009 STANDARD FOR THE SURFACE FLAMMABILITY OF CARPETS AND RUGS (FF 1-70)
2008CPSC 16 CFR PT 1630-2008 STANDARD FOR THE SURFACE FLAMMABILITY OF CARPETS AND RUGS (FF 1-70)