Comprehensive comparison of sampling methods for evaluating hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI) in the air of an automotive collision repair facility

Key Points

• To compare different sampling methods for measuring hexamethylene diisocyanate concentrations in air.
• Comprehensive evaluation of various sampling methods used in automotive settings.
• Focus on airborne concentrations of hexamethylene diisocyanate (HDI).
• Consideration of the chemical properties of isocyanates affecting measurement accuracy.
• Identified challenges in quantifying airborne isocyanates like HDI due to their chemical reactivity.
• Established a comparative framework for assessing sampling methods in occupational environments.