EN 12707:2009
(Main)Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l
Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
Kunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 l
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Merkmale und Maße von Spundfässern aus Kunststoff mit einem
Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 l fest.
Fûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d’une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 l
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les caractéristiques et les dimensions des fûts en matière plastique à
ouverture partielle d'une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 l.
Plastični sodi - Sodi z nesnemljivim pokrovom (ozka odprtina) z nazivno prostornino 210 l in 225 l
Ta evropski standard opredeljuje lastnosti in dimenzije sodov z nesnemljivim pokrovom (ozka odprtina) z nazivno prostornino 210 l in 225 l.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 28-Jul-2009
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Jan-2010
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 261/SC 5 - Primary packaging and transport packaging
- Current Stage
- 9093 - Decision to confirm - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 03-Feb-2021
- Completion Date
- 05-Nov-2025
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2009
Overview
EN 12707:2009 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with nominal capacities of 210 liters and 225 liters. This standard ensures consistency and quality for manufacturers and users of these specific plastic drums, which are widely used in packaging and transport sectors. The drums covered by EN 12707:2009 are designed primarily for the safe containment and transportation of liquids, including hazardous substances, where regulatory compliance is essential.
Key Topics
- Scope and Dimensions: The standard defines precise dimensions, including overall diameter, height, and bung housing positions, ensuring compatibility across applications. Dimensions are consistent with nominal capacities of 210 l and 225 l.
- Material Requirements: Drums must be manufactured using high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or suitable plastic materials meeting physical and chemical resistance needs.
- Closure Systems: Two closures are mandatory, including a primary plug sized BCS 70 x 6 or BCS 56 x 4 in line with EN ISO 20848-3. Closures must not extend beyond the drum’s overall height.
- Handling Features: Drums must have permanently fixed handling rings allowing mechanical handling, designed robustly for both static and dynamic loads.
- Stacking Capability: Drums are designed for safe stacking with or without pallets following manufacturer recommendations.
- Drainability: The design minimizes residual liquid after drainage. Residual volume is limited to no more than 100 ml per procedure A (top section draining test).
- Capacity Measurement: Gravimetric methods for determining both brimful and total capacities are detailed in normative annexes.
- Finish: The external surface finish must allow for effective label attachment, with blue as the preferred drum body color, unless otherwise agreed.
Applications
EN 12707:2009 plastics drums are suited for:
- Industrial liquid storage and transport, particularly where chemical compatibility and safety are critical.
- Hazardous goods containment, meeting European transport regulations such as ADR, RID, ICAO instructions, and the IMDG Code.
- Use in logistics and warehousing due to standardized dimensions that enable efficient storage and stacking.
- Food grade and agricultural applications, depending on material suitability agreed upon by purchaser and supplier.
- Any operation requiring durable, reusable packaging with reliable sealing and minimal leakage.
Related Standards
- EN ISO 20848-3: Specifies plug/bung closure systems for plastics drums with nominal capacity ranging from 113.6 l to 220 l, relevant for closure compatibility.
- ADR, RID, ICAO, IMDG Code: Regulatory frameworks governing the transport of dangerous goods which these drums may be certified to meet.
- EN ISO 90-2:1999: Defines capacity measurement and dimensional definitions for general use containers, relevant for capacity calculations.
- Other CEN packaging standards under Technical Committee CEN/TC 261.
Practical Value
Adhering to EN 12707:2009 ensures that plastics drums meet harmonized European standards, facilitating cross-border trade and regulatory compliance for hazardous and non-hazardous liquids. The standardized dimensions and closure specifications improve interchangeability, minimize handling risks, and optimize logistic efficiency. The focus on drainability and material marking enhances environmental safety and traceability during use and disposal. Moreover, the fixed handling rings and stacking design reduce workplace injuries and damage during storage and transport.
By choosing drums conforming to EN 12707:2009, manufacturers and end users benefit from a tested, reliable packaging solution tailored for demanding industrial, chemical, and transport applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12707:2009 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
EN 12707:2009 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 55.140 - Barrels. Drums. Canisters. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12707:2009 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12707:1999. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.D]LYQRKunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 lFûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d’une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 lPlastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l55.140Barrels. Drums. CanistersICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12707:2009SIST EN 12707:2010en,fr,de01-januar-2010SIST EN 12707:2010SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 12707:20011DGRPHãþD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 12707July 2009ICS 55.140Supersedes EN 12707:1999
English VersionPlastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with anominal capacity of 210 l and 225 lFûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d'unecapacité nominale de 210 l et 225 lKunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumenvon 210 l und 225 lThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 June 2009.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre:
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B-1000 Brussels© 2009 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 12707:2009: ESIST EN 12707:2010
Capacity measurement method for non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums .8A.1Principle .8A.2Apparatus .8A.3Procedure for determination of total capacity .8A.4Procedure for determination of brimful capacity .9A.5Expression of results .9Annex B (normative)
Draining test method for non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums . 10B.1Principle . 10B.2Apparatus . 10B.3Determination of drainability using the top section of the drum (procedure A) . 10B.4Determination of drainability using a complete drum (procedure B) . 10B.5Expression of results . 11Bibliography . 12 SIST EN 12707:2010
circular cross-section packaging with openings for filling and emptying in the head not exceeding 70 mm in diameter 3.2
nominal capacity (NC) capacity in litres which, by convention, is used to represent a class of drums of similar brimful capacities 3.3
brimful capacity (BC) volume of water in litres held by the drum when filled through the filling orifice to the point of overflowing NOTE Annex A specifies the method for measuring brimful capacity.
3.4
total capacity (TC)
volume of water in litres held by the drum when filled completely, i.e. following the removal of any air trapped in the drum NOTE Annex A specifies the method for measuring total capacity. 3.5
overall height (ho) height of the finished drum from the base to the highest point
NOTE See Figure 1. 3.6
overall diameter (do) maximum diameter of the drum, where relevant
NOTE
See Figure 1. 3.7
bung housing position (pb) distance from the centre of the bung housing to the outside of the drum body 50 mm vertically below the top edge of the top handling ring
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