Certification of a product to NSF/ANSI Standard 14 demonstrates compliance with North American Plumbing Codes.
NSF/ANSI Standard 14 Plastic Piping System Components and Related Materials covers any material used in a plastic piping system including PVC, CPVC, PE, PEX, PB, ABS, AC, NP, PP, as well as brass, copper and other components.
End use applications include potable water, drain, waste and vent, radiant floor heating, chlorine resistance, pipeline rehabilitation, sewer, corrosive waste, reclaimed water, gas piping, electrical conduit and telecommunications duct. For details on the different end uses and pertinent certification requirements, please see, "End Use Marks for Plastic Piping System Components."