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Home building materials do not have absolute formaldehyde-free products
In recent days, 28 provincial consumer associations and other consumer rights protection organizations conducted a comparative test on the environmental performance of flooring and panels. The results showed that 35 samples of floor and panel products had a formaldehyde emission compliance rate of 97.14%. However, the associations warned consumers that no home building materials are completely free of formaldehyde, as the raw materials themselves often contain this chemical.
Formaldehyde is often referred to as an invisible threat in home improvement projects. To ensure an objective and fair evaluation, the organizers purchased 35 samples from major brands in the market, including 15 laminate floors, 13 engineered wood floors, and 7 panels, in an anonymous manner. These samples were then sent to the National Furniture and Indoor Environment Quality Supervision and Inspection Center for testing. The findings revealed that one sample from St. Matt, produced by Beijing North Tianhongji Building Materials Co., Ltd., exceeded the national standard of 1.5 mg/L for formaldehyde emissions, while all others met the required standards.
Although most of the tested products met the national mandatory standards, some issues remain concerning the consistency of regulations. Due to differing standards for flooring and panels in China, and the fact that many companies conduct their own quality checks, some low-cost products may be labeled with misleading claims such as "low formaldehyde" or "not high." Among the 15 tested laminate flooring samples, 14 were found to be qualified. However, only two of them met the E0 standard (≤0.5 mg/L), which is considered more environmentally friendly. The rest fell into the E1 category (0.5–1.5 mg/L), which is acceptable for indoor use.
Among the 14 qualified samples, four had formaldehyde emissions above 1 mg/L, while the rest ranged between 0.7–0.9 mg/L. This highlights the need for stricter environmental regulations and clearer labeling practices.
In response, 29 consumer rights protection organizations have called on the relevant standard-setting departments to unify detection methods and improve environmental protection standards. They emphasize the importance of transparency and accuracy in product labeling.
Many products on the market today claim to be “formaldehyde-free.†However, the Provincial Consumers Association reminds consumers that it's nearly impossible to find completely formaldehyde-free building materials, as they are naturally present in many raw materials. When purchasing eco-friendly products, it’s crucial to check whether formaldehyde-free adhesives are used. Additionally, consumers should avoid over-decorating and try to choose high-quality, environmentally friendly flooring, panels, and furniture. During the renovation process, it's advisable to limit the total amount of panels used and avoid overcrowding rooms with too much furniture to reduce indoor pollution.