Nanotechnologies — Silica nanomaterials — Specification of characteristics and measurement methods for nanoporous silica microparticles applied in liquid chromatography

This document specifies characteristics to be measured of nanostructured porous silica microparticles used as stationary phases in chromatography. It includes critical characteristics that are required to be measured and additional characteristics that are recommended to be measured, based upon agreement between the interested parties. This technical specification does not cover characteristics specific for health, the environment and safety issues.