This part of EN 13245 specifies a method for the designation of light coloured profiles made of unplasticized poly(vinyl chloride) (PVC-U) intended to be used for building applications and gives the relevant test methods. It is intended to be used in product specification when application is specified. Pipes for the distribution of water, of gas or other fluids, as well as discharge and sewage pipes, profiles for the management of electrical power cables, communication cables and power track systems used for the distribution of electrical power, profiles for windows or doors and profiles made from expanded PVC are not covered by this document. )