Pink Batts insulation has been appraised as a thermal insulation material for walls, ceilings, and roofs of buildings within the following scope:

• Framed or part-framed domestic and commercial buildings where the insulation remains dry during its serviceable life

Pink Batts insulation must be installed in accordance with the manufacturer's technical literature to meet the stated thermal performance rating of the insulation.

In the opinion of BRANZ, Pink Batts insulation, if designed, used, installed and maintained in accordance with the statements and conditions of Appraisal No. 238 (2012), will meet or contribute to meeting the following provisions of the NZBC:

• Clause B2 Durability: Performance B2.3.1(a) not less than 50 years and B2.3.1(b) 15 years; Pink Batts insulation insulation will meet this requirement.
• Clause E3 Internal Moisture: Performance E3.3.1; Pink Batts insulation insulation will contribute to meeting this requirement.
• Clause F2 Hazardous Building Materials: Performance F2.3.1; Pink Batts insulation insulation meets this requirement and will not present a health hazard to people.
• Clause H1 Energy Efficiency: Performance H1.3.1(a) and H1.3.2 E; Pink Batts insulation will contribute to meeting these requirements.

Pink Batts has been appraised as an acceptable solution in terms of New Zealand Building Code Compliance. Pink Batts insulation thermal resistance (R-Value) has been determined by AS/NZS 4859.1 which is an acceptable method.