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Additive

 

A relatively small quantity of a substance added to a product which affects its properties (e.g. fillers, softeners, flame retardants, stabilizers).

Adsorbent

 

Solid substance with an active surface which reversibly accumulates gas or liquid.

AktG

 

Abbreviation for »Aktiengesetz«, German Companies Act.

Ammonia

 

Colorless gas, easily dissolved in water, used as a basis for manufacturing fertilizers.

Aromatic

 

Organic compound with a ring structure found for instance in solvents and fuel.

Audit


 

Investigative procedure serving to evaluate whether processes comply with requirements.