Quality Inspection Report for Multi-Layer Engineered Wood Flooring
Product Origin: Vietnam
Target Market: United States
1. Product Description
- Product Name: Multi-Layer Engineered Wood Flooring
- Material Composition:
- Top Layer: 2.0mm Oak Veneer (AA Grade)
- Core Layers: Cross-laminated Birch/Poplar Plywood (9 Layers)
- Backing Layer: 1.5mm Balanced Poplar Veneer
- Dimensions: 7” x 48” x 0.5” (Width x Length x Thickness)
- Surface Finish: UV-Cured Matte Finish
- Edge Type: Micro-Beveled
2. Inspection Standards
Tests conducted in accordance with U.S. and international standards:
- ASTM D2394 (Simulated Service Testing for Wood Flooring)
- ASTM D1037 (Evaluating Properties of Wood-Based Flooring)
- CARB Phase 2 (Formaldehyde Emissions Compliance)
- ANSI/HPVA EP 1 (Engineered Wood Flooring Performance)
- CPSC 16 CFR 1303 (Lead Content Restrictions)
3. Key Test Items & Results
3.1 Dimensional Stability
- Moisture Content: 6.8–8.2% (Within U.S. target market range of 6–10%).
- Warpage/Twist: ≤0.5mm/m (Passed ASTM D2394 requirement of ≤1.5mm/m).
- Expansion/Contraction (72hrs, 90% RH): 0.15% (Below 0.3% threshold).
3.2 Surface Quality
- Abrasion Resistance (Taber Test): 6,000 cycles (Exceeds ANSI minimum of 5,000 cycles).
- Hardness (Janka Test): 1,350 lbf (Oak top layer meets U.S. residential/commercial standards).
- Finish Adhesion (Cross-Cut Test): Class 1 (No peeling; highest rating).
3.3 Structural Integrity
- Delamination Resistance (72hrs water soak): No separation between layers.
- Impact Resistance (1kg ball drop): Minor dent (≤1mm depth; within acceptable limits).
3.4 Safety & Compliance
- Formaldehyde Emissions: 0.03 ppm (CARB Phase 2 limit: ≤0.05 ppm).
- Heavy Metals (Lead/Cadmium): Undetectable (Complies with CPSC 16 CFR 1303).
3.5 Aesthetic Inspection
- Color Consistency: 95% match across batches (Grade A).
- Knots/Cracks: ≤3 natural defects per plank (Within U.S. market tolerance).
4. Non-Conformities
- Minor Issue: Slight variation in gloss level (±5%) between production lots.
- Recommendation: Adjust UV curing calibration for batch uniformity.
5. Conclusion
The inspected multi-layer engineered wood flooring meets or exceeds U.S. regulatory and performance requirements for dimensional stability, safety, and durability. Minor aesthetic inconsistencies do not affect functional compliance.
Recommendation for U.S. Market Entry:
- Include CARB Phase 2 and ASTM compliance labels on packaging.
- Conduct pre-shipment testing on 5% of future batches to maintain consistency.
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Note: This report is valid for the tested samples only. Continuous production monitoring is advised.
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