NF EN ISO 11267, X31-234 (08/2023)

This document specifies one of the methods to assess the habitat function of soils and to determine the effects of soil contaminants and substances on the reproduction of Folsomia candida Willem through dermal absorption and ingestion. This document provides information on how to use this method to evaluate substances under temperate conditions. The chronic test described applies to soils and soil materials of unknown quality, for example from polluted sites, amended soils, soils after remediation, industrial, agricultural or other sites of interest and waste . The method does not apply to volatile substances, i.e. substances for which H (Henry's constant) or the air/water partition coefficient is greater than 1, or for which the vapor pressure exceeds 300 Pa at 25°C.
(Automatic translation from French)