ISO 3082:1998/DAmd 1

Overview

ISO 3082:1998/DAmd 1 is an amendment to the international standard for iron ores - sampling and sample preparation procedures. The document excerpt shows the Slovenian adoption as SIST ISO 3082:2000/DAM 1:2001, classified under ICS 73.060.10 (Iron ores). While the full amendment text is not provided here, the standard and its amendment focus on ensuring representative sampling and consistent sample preparation for reliable analytical and contractual use.

Key Topics

The amendment to ISO 3082 typically clarifies and updates technical aspects of sampling and sample preparation for iron ores, including:

• Representative sampling principles to reduce bias and sampling error.
• Sample handling and documentation requirements, including chain of custody and traceability.
• Sample reduction and splitting methods to obtain laboratory-sized subsamples from bulk lots.
• Preparation of samples for chemical and physical analysis, addressing steps needed to produce homogeneous, analysis-ready material.
• Contamination control and storage practices to preserve sample integrity.
• Quality assurance and verification measures for sampling operations and laboratories (e.g., repeatability, reproducibility checks).

Note: This summary highlights common topics associated with ISO 3082 and its amendment; specific procedural requirements and limits are contained in the official amendment text.

Applications

This standard and its amendment are directly applicable to organizations involved in the production, trade, inspection and testing of iron ores:

• Mining companies and ore producers implementing QA/QC for product specification.
• Commercial laboratories preparing and analyzing ore samples.
• Port terminals, bulk handlers and shipping agents responsible for sampling consignments.
• Traders and buyers verifying contract compliance and grade declarations.
• Inspection bodies and regulators setting conformity assessment procedures.

Using the ISO 3082 framework helps reduce disputes, improves analytical comparability, and supports consistent quality control across the iron ore supply chain.

Related Standards

• The amendment is part of the ISO body of standards addressing mineral sampling and laboratory preparation. Users should consult the full ISO 3082 standard and other ISO guidance on sampling procedures and laboratory testing for complementary requirements and cross-references.
• National adoptions (for example SIST for Slovenia) provide translated or formally adopted versions and may include national forewords or implementation details.

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