CIE whiteness of paper or paperboard

The CIE whiteness test measures the whiteness of paper or board under the CIE D65 daylight standard.

The method gives the complete visible spectral range (VIS) information about whiteness, unlike the ISO (ISO 2470) method, which operates only in the blue light region. The test is not suitable for colored papers with fluorescent dyes.

Suitable sample matrices
Paper and board that are not colored with fluorescent dyes
Required sample quantity
Four A4 sheets
Typical turnaround time
2 weeks after receiving the samples
Available quality systems
Accredited testing laboratory

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First sample (Excl. VAT):
129 €
Additional samples (Excl. VAT):
67 €per sample
If you have a large number of samples, contact us for a possible discount.

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