Method 1007

Vinyl Chloride


This method is used for the collection and analysis of vinyl chloride.  The sample is collected on a two charcoal tubes in series.  After sampling, separate the primary and backup tubes and cap each for shipment to the lab.  Each tube is desorbed with 1mL of carbon disulfide and analyzed by GC/FID (flame ionization detector). 

The working range of the method is 0.4 to 40 mg/m³ (0.16 to 16 ppm) for a 5 L air sample.

Note: This method is a revision of P&CAM 178.


(NIOSH Issue 2: 15 August 1994)

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Method Data

Hold Times, Preservatives, Preps, Collection, Analytical & Documentation
Holding Time:   10 days from sampling to analysis if samples are kept at 25°C.
Preservatives:   Store samples at 25°C.
Required Preps:   Coconut charcoal tubes, 150 mg (SKC 226-01)
Collection Method:   The method recommends a flow rate of 0.05 L/min. with a sample collection volume of 0.7 - 5L.
Analytical Methodology:   GC/FID
Documentation:   1007

Analyte List*

Analyte Formula CAS Number Detection Limit
Vinyl chloride
C2H3Cl
75-01-4
0.04
 µg

* The analytes and detection limits listed for each method represent the typical detection limits and analytes reported for that particular method. Keep in mind that analyte lists may vary from laboratory to laboratory. Detection limits may also vary from lab to lab and are dependent upon the sample size, matrix, and any interferences that may be present in the sample.