EN 438-9:2026

High-pressure decorative laminates (HPL) - Sheets based on thermosetting resins (usually called laminates) - Part 9: Classification and specifications for alternative core laminates

Publication date:   Aug 13, 2026

General information

60.60   Standard published   Jun 3, 2026

CEN

CEN/TC 249 Plastics

European Norm

83.140.20   Laminated sheets

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Scope

This document specifies performance requirements for alternative core laminates intended for interior use, the core layer compositions of which are not covered by EN 438-3 [1], EN 438-4 [2], EN 438-5 [3], EN 438-6 [4] and EN 438-8 [5]. The core layer types (coloured core layer and metal reinforced core layer) are specified in this part of the EN 438 series.
NOTE Regarding the test methods relevant to this document, see EN 438-2.

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