Presence of Chlorides Test (Textile Fibers & Carpet)

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Summary

Presence of Chlorides testing is a laboratory procedure used to determine whether chloride ions are present on or within carpet fibers, textile materials, or other flooring-related specimens. Chloride residues may result from exposure to chlorine bleach, muriatic acid, pool chemicals, snow and ice melt products, sea salt, or other chloride-containing substances. Testing may assist in investigations involving unexplained discoloration, bleaching, dye loss, chemical contamination, or suspected exposure to cleaning products and chemicals. Results provide comparative laboratory information regarding the presence of chloride ions but do not independently identify the specific source of contamination, warranty responsibility, or field causation. See also Bleach Spots in Carpet, Carpet Acne Medication Color Loss, and Flooring Laboratory Testing and Analysis.

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