BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 - Windows and Doors Environmental Product Declarations

Introducing the BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025, a comprehensive standard that sets the benchmark for Environmental Product Declarations (EPDs) specifically tailored for windows and pedestrian doorsets. This standard is an essential tool for manufacturers, architects, and sustainability professionals who are committed to reducing the environmental impact of building components.

Overview

The BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 standard provides detailed product category rules (PCRs) that complement the EN 15804 standard. It is designed to ensure that EPDs for windows and doors are consistent, reliable, and transparent. This standard is crucial for those in the construction and building materials industry who are focused on sustainability and environmental responsibility.

Key Features

• Standard Number: BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025
• Pages: 38
• Release Date: October 20, 2025
• ISBN: 978 0 539 26191 2
• Status: Standard

Why Choose BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025?

This standard is indispensable for those who are involved in the design, production, and specification of windows and doors. It provides a framework for creating EPDs that are aligned with international best practices, ensuring that your products meet the highest environmental standards.

By adhering to the BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025, you can:

• Enhance the credibility and transparency of your environmental claims.
• Facilitate the comparison of environmental impacts across different products.
• Support the development of sustainable building practices.
• Meet the growing demand for environmentally responsible building materials.

Who Can Benefit?

The BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 standard is beneficial for a wide range of stakeholders in the construction industry, including:

• Manufacturers: Ensure your products are environmentally compliant and market-ready.
• Architects and Designers: Specify products that meet stringent environmental criteria.
• Sustainability Consultants: Provide clients with reliable data on the environmental impact of building components.
• Regulatory Bodies: Use as a reference for setting industry standards and guidelines.

Comprehensive and Up-to-Date

Released on October 20, 2025, the BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 is the latest iteration of this essential standard, incorporating the most recent advancements in environmental assessment methodologies. With 38 pages of detailed guidelines, it offers a thorough approach to creating EPDs that are both comprehensive and easy to understand.

Commitment to Sustainability

In today's world, sustainability is not just a trend; it's a necessity. The BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 standard reflects a commitment to reducing the environmental footprint of building materials. By implementing this standard, you are not only complying with industry regulations but also contributing to a more sustainable future.

Conclusion

The BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 is more than just a standard; it's a pathway to achieving excellence in environmental responsibility. Whether you are a manufacturer looking to enhance your product's marketability or a designer committed to sustainable architecture, this standard provides the tools you need to succeed.

Embrace the future of sustainable building with the BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 and ensure that your windows and doors are not only functional and aesthetically pleasing but also environmentally sound.

BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025

This standard BS EN 17213:2020+A1:2025 Windows and doors. Environmental Product Declarations. Product category rules complementary to EN 15804 for windows and pedestrian doorsets is classified in these ICS categories:

• 91.010.99 Other aspects
• 91.060.50 Doors and windows

This document provides product category rules (PCR) for Type III environmental declarations for windows and pedestrian doorsets as defined in EN 14351-1 and EN 14351-2. Windows and pedestrian doorsets additionally providing fire resistance and/or smoke control characteristics according to EN 16034 are also covered by this document. NOTE 1 Windows that incorporate shutters and/or shutter boxes and/or blinds are in scope of this PCR. For any connected electrical devices (e.g. motors, sensors) -see 6.3.4.2. This document complements the core rules for the product category of construction products as defined in the European standard EN 15804:2012+A1:2013. The document is to be used in conjunction with EN 15804:2012+A1:2013, not replace it. NOTE 2 The assessment of social and economic performances at product level is not covered by this document. The core PCR: - defines the parameters to be declared and the way in which they are collated and reported; - describes which stages of a product’s life cycle are considered in the EPD and which processes are to be included in the life cycle stages; - defines rules for the development of scenarios; - includes the rules for calculating the Life Cycle Inventory and the Life Cycle Impact Assessment underlying the EPD, including the specification of the data quality to be applied; - includes the rules for reporting the predetermined, environmental and health information that is not covered by Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) for the product, construction process(es) and construction service(s), as relevant; - defines the conditions under which construction products can be compared based on the information provided by EPD. For the EPD of construction services the same rules and requirements apply as for the EPD of construction products.