Monitor test pieces are used to monitor the stability of the analytical processes involved when using a cigarette smoking machine for routine analysis. In particular, they are used to assess whether the analytical process related to the machine smoking of cigarettes is in statistical control. An International Standard, ISO 16055:2003 describes the requirements for and use of a monitor test piece. CORESTA has followed the above ISO standard to design its own monitor test piece.
The following documents provide details on specifications and use of the current available batch (CM6) of this test piece:
CORESTA Guide N° 8 - CORESTA Monitor Test Piece Production and Evaluation Requirements