Which VCI Standard Do You Actually Need?
For automotive component exporters, the alphabet soup of VCI standards can be overwhelming. Your customer might ask for TL 8135, while your quality auditor asks for TRGS 615, and your logistics partner mentions BFSV testing. Are they the same? Which one matters most?
We’ve compiled this comparison guide to help you understand the specific requirements of each major OEM standard that BENZ VCI films comply with.
Quick Comparison Table
| Standard / Certification | OEM / Body | Key Focus Area | BENZ Status |
|---|
| TL 8135-0043 | BMW Group | Accelerated Corrosion Cycling
Simulates extreme climate shifts during sea freight. | ? Passed (Grade 3)
BFSV Report 7499/11 |
| VW 50164 / VW/K-GQZ-L | Volkswagen Group | Chemical Stability & Corrosion
Unlimited validity certificate for consistent quality. | ? Approved
Certificate VW/K-GQZ-L |
| DBL 6994 | Daimler (Mercedes) | Health Safety & Durability
Strict limits on hazardous amines + mechanical strength. | ? Compliant
ILF Report 150362 |
| B 040 1263 | General Motors | Global Application
Standardised performance for worldwide GM plants. | ? Released
Report 1-5279-E |
| TRGS 615 | German Govt. | Workplace Safety
Ensures VCI is free from carcinogenic nitrosamines. | ? Compliant
BFSV Report 5740B/05 |
| FDS N°26/25 | Renault-Nissan | Alliance Standard
Unified spec for Renault, Nissan, and Mitsubishi. | ? Directly Certified
RNTBCI Approval |
How to Choose the Right Certification for Your Shipment
Scenario A: You Supply to Multiple European OEMs
Use BENZ VCI films. Because we hold approvals from BMW, VW, and Daimler, a single packaging solution satisfies the incoming quality requirements of virtually all German automotive customers. You don’t need to stock different films for different customers.
Scenario B: You Export to the USA
Our General Motors (GM) approval is the key here. GM’s standards are often referenced by other American manufacturers and Tier-1 suppliers. BENZ VCI film meets the B 040 1263 spec, ensuring acceptance in the NAFTA region.
Scenario C: You Have Strict EHS (Environment, Health, Safety) Norms
Look for TRGS 615 compliance. This is the strictest safety standard for VCI chemicals. Using TRGS 615 compliant BENZ VCI films protects your workers from hazardous exposure and ensures you meet European REACH and safety regulations.
The Bottom Line
You shouldn’t have to guess whether your packaging will be accepted. With BENZ Packaging, you get a VCI film that has already passed the entrances exams of the world’s toughest automotive companies.
One Film. All Certifications. Total Peace of Mind.
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