brandklassificerede

Brandklassificerede is a Danish term used to describe products or materials that have undergone formal fire classification testing and have been assigned a fire class or rating by an authorized body. In Danish construction and safety contexts, a product is described as brandklassificeret when its behavior under fire has been evaluated and meets specific fire safety criteria. The classification typically follows standardized testing procedures, most commonly the European standard EN 13501-1 for reaction to fire, or national equivalents. The resulting fire class or rating (for example A1, A2-s1, d0, etc.) is used to communicate performance to designers, builders and authorities.

In practice, being brandklassificeret means that a product has been tested in an accredited laboratory and that a technical documentation or certificate can substantiate its fire behavior. The term is often used in procurement, building regulations and safety documentation to ensure that components such as walls, floors, ceilings and cladding meet required fire safety criteria. The concept supports the selection of materials that contribute to safe evacuation and compartmentalization in case of fire.

Difference from related terms: brandklassificeret refers to a formally certified fire class, whereas terms like fire retardant or fire resistant describe properties without necessarily implying a formal classification. The concept applies across construction products, textiles, furniture and insulation, and is a common criterion in building codes and safety specifications. Examples of materials that may be brandklassificerede include exterior cladding panels, gypsum boards, mineral wool insulation and fire-rated door leaves.