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UK Furniture Fire Regs 1988In force

The Furniture and Furnishings (Fire) (Safety) Regulations 1988 (SI 1988/1324)

UK-1988-1324Applies from 1989-03-01 SaveOfficial source

Summary

UK-specific flammability requirements for domestic furniture and furnishings: cigarette/match resistance, permanent labelling.

Scope

Applies to domestic furniture and furnishings (sofas, chairs, mattresses, cushions) sold in the UK. Requires ignitability compliance (cigarette + match), permanent labels, and specific filling materials rules.

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