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This European Standard specifies the relationship between the nominal volume of product and the maximum nominal brimful capacity of the outer container of the compartmented aerosol container.

This document specifies requirements and provides guidance for the application, use and check of tamper verification features to the packaging of medicinal products.

This European Standard specifies safety and performance requirements for items of ovenware for use in domestic ovens. It is applicable to ovenware regardless of material or method of manufacture.
It is applicable to products intended for use both on top of the stove and in oven.
This European Standard is not applicable to metal pots, items for single use, throwaway ovenware or ovenware intended for use in a microwave oven only.

This document specifies dimensions of a series of deep screw finishes for the closure of wines with a CO2 content below 1,2 g per litre.
NOTE   Carbonation ≥ 1,2 g/l CO2 requires a suitable container and closure agreed between the glass maker, closure maker and packer/filler.

This document specifies the dimensions of the 26 mm shallow crown finish for glass bottles containing beverages. The shallow crown finish is designed to use a metal crown closure (see Cetie data sheet EC1-02 [2]).

EN-ISO 16106 gives guidance on the application of a quality management system in the manufacture, measuring and monitoring of design type approved dangerous goods packaging, intermediate bulk containers (IBCs) and large packaging.This document does not include guidance specific to other management systems, such as those for environmental management, occupational health and safety management, or financial management.$0$0It is applicable to an organization that) needs to demonstrate its ability to consistently provide products and services that meet customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements;  aims to enhance customer satisfaction through the effective application of the system, including processes for improvement of the system and the assurance of conformity to customer and applicable statutory and regulatory requirements.All the guidance in this document is generic and intended to be applicable to any organization, regardless of its type or size, or the products and services it provides.

This standard specifies the critical dimensions of valve cups suitable for clinching into 25,4 mm aperture metal aerosol containers. This document is applicable to aperture metal aerosol containers which are used with the metal aerosol containers in accordance with EN 14847 and EN 15006. This European Standard does not specify dimples on aperture metal aerosol containers.

This standard establishes general rules for the compilation of performance test schedules for complete, filled transport packages intended for use within any distribution system except for the packages used for dangerous goods.

This technical standard specifies the dimensions of the 26 mm tall crown finish for glass bottles containing beverages. The tall crown finish is designed to use a metal crown cap (see e.g. EN 17177).

This standard is applicable to flexible aluminum tubes.
This standard defines the dimensions of the tube nozzle including orifice and thread.

This document specifies the methodology and procedure for determining the presence and minimization of other dangerous substances in relation with Annex II Para 1 Indent 3 of Directive 94/62/EC. This document is intended to be of practical use, and to enable efficient application of Directive 94/62/EC, even for small and medium-sized companies in the packaging industry, providing them with a methodology for assessing compliance with the Directive.
This document cannot by itself provide presumption of conformity. The procedure for applying this document is contained in EN 13427.

This document gives specifications for the 26 millimetres intermediate depth crown cap, lined with a plastic gasket and designed to seal bottles conforming typically but not exclusively to ISO 12821 and ISO 12822 standards for pry-off and pr EN (WI 00261441) and pr EN (WI 00261442) for twist-off.
It specifies the dimensional requirements that are of direct importance to the customer/bottler and recommendations for cap application.
The gasket material and profile are not specified as a number of different profiles are available depending on the end use and supplier specific technology. The requirement placed on the gasket profile design is that it must be fit for purpose used in conjunction with glass finishes in reference.

This document specifies the characteristics and dimensions of plug/bung closure systems for internally
threaded openings in plastics drums of nominal capacity 113,6 l to 220 l.

ISO 17480:2015 specifies requirements and recommendations for the accessible design for packaging with a focus on ease of opening. It applies to reclosable and non-reclosable consumer packaging without using any other mechanical means. This International Standard covers the design aspects addressing openability including opening location, opening methods, as well as evaluation techniques, both instrumented and user-based. This International Standard is primarily for designers, developers, and evaluators of packaging and will also be useful for other disciplines.
For products regulated for safety or other reasons (e.g. toxic or dangerous goods and substances, medicinal products, and medical devices), those regulations take precedence.

This European Standard specifies material parameters, test requirements and procedures for the comparative testing of grades of high molecular weight high density polyethylene (PE-HD-HMW) and medium molecular weight high density polyethylene (PE-HD-MMW), used for the manufacture of packagings and IBCs for the transport of dangerous goods. It is intended to be used in conjunction with selective testing for packagings for liquids. The standard is not intended to be used for comparative testing of recycled plastics material.
NOTE    This European Standard is intended to be used in conjunction with one or more of the international regulations set out in the Bibliography.

This European Standard specifies the dimensions of a cork mouth finish for corks and capsules for glass bottles, for wine that has a carbonation pressure not exceeding 2.0 g CO2/l, for use with natural corks.

This part specifies requirements and test methods for ceramic knives

This European Standard is applicable for internally coated cylindrical aluminium tubes, mainly used for the packing of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food or other household products.
The internal coating is used as a barrier and should avoid any contact between aluminium and the product. This European Standard defines the copper sulphate method to detect the electrolyte conductivity as one criterion for the quality of the internal coating.
NOTE   The electrolyte conductivity of the internal coating is only one criterion for evaluation of the quality of an internal coating. It does not give any information on the quantity or size of any pores or uncoated areas, nor any hint on possible reactions between the aluminium tube and the product. The electrolyte conductivity is never used as the sole criterion for quality evaluation of the internal coating, but always with other parameters, e.g. film thickness, acetone and/or ammonia resistance and of course results of enhanced stability studies.

This European Standard is applicable for internally coated cylindrical and conical aluminium tubes, mainly used for the packing of pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food or other household products.
The internal coating is used as a barrier and should avoid any contact between aluminium and the product. This European Standard defines the sodium chloride method to detect the electrolyte conductivity as one criterion for the quality of the internal coating.
NOTE   The electrolyte conductivity of the internal coating is only one criterion for evaluation of the quality of an internal coating. It does not give any information on the quantity or size of any pores or uncoated areas, nor any hint on possible reactions between the aluminium tube and the product. The electrolyte conductivity is never used as the sole criterion for quality evaluation of the internal coating, but always with other parameters, e.g. film thickness, acetone and/or ammonia resistance and of course results of enhanced stability studies.

This European Standard specifies the dimensions of two and three-piece tinplate aerosol containers with nominal brimful capacities in accordance with European Directive 80/232/EEC [2].

TThis European Standard specifies the dimensions and volumes for one-piece aluminium aerosol containers with a 25,4 mm aperture in relation to the capacities fixed by European Directive 80/232/EEC [2].
This standard applies to one-piece containers of monobloc construction with an ogival, spherical or flat shoulder.

This draft European Standard specifies the general characteristics, test methods and requirements for sacks, bags and bin liners, made from plastic films, used for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection including collection of biodegradable waste for organic recycling (biodegradation and composting).
For the purpose of this draft European Standard biodegradable and compostable sacks, including ties if any, are those which comply with EN 13432.
This draft European standard applies only to sacks, bags and bin liners for which the first use is for household waste collection, or household selective waste collection.
NOTE   For editorial reasons, in this document the terms "sack" and "bag" are synonymous.

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This European Standard specifies performance requirements and methods of test for non-reclosable packaging that have been designated child-resistant. This standard is intended for type approval only (see 3.5) and is not intended for quality assurance purposes.

This International Standard specifies a method to carry out a vertical random vibration test on a
complete, filled transport package(s) and unit loads using random excitation1). This document also
provides methods for assessing the performance of a package in terms of its strength or the protection
that it offers to its contents when it is subjected to vertical vibration. The test discussed in this document
can be performed either as a single test to investigate the effects of vertical vibration, or as a part of a
sequence of tests designed to measure the ability of a test specimen to withstand a distribution system
that includes a vibration hazard.
NOTE In this International Standard, a package or unit load is referred to as test specimen.

This European Standard specifies the technical and functional properties of automatic recording equipment used to determine randomly appearing shocks during transportation.
Such automatic recording equipment can be used to:
-   determine mechanical shock loads on individual transportations;
-   monitor the transportation means to observe the limits of the shock parameters;
-   determine the shock loads on the transported item.
This standard defines the sensors to be attached to the device, and specifies the minimum requirements for the parameters to be adjusted. It also defines the minimum requirements for the data analysis, as well as the data presentation.
This standard covers the complete recording equipment, including its accelerometers and the data analysis in an external data processing unit. The accelerometers can be integrated into the device or separately mounted from it (external sensors).
This standard also applies to the routine monitoring of individual transportations.

This European Standard specifies performance requirements and methods of test for non-reclosable packaging that has been designated child-resistant and which is intended to contain non-pharmaceutical products. This standard is intended for type approval only (2.5) and is not intended for quality assurance purposes.
This European Standard applies to non-reclosable packages of the single-use type consisting of one or more individual units.
Non-reclosable packages for pharmaceutical products are excluded from the scope of this standard. These are the subject of a separate standard, EN 14375 Child-resistant non-reclosable packaging for pharmaceutical products - Requirements and testing.

This International Standard specifies a set of graphical symbols conventionally used for marking of
distribution packages in their physical distribution chain to convey handling instructions. The graphical
symbols should be used only when necessary.
This International Standard is applicable to packages containing any kind of goods, but does not include
instructions specific to handling of dangerous goods.

This International Standard specifies performance requirements and test methods for reclosable
packages designated as resistant to opening by children.
Acceptance criteria are given for the packages when tested by specified methods. These methods not
only provide a measure of the effectiveness of the packaging in restricting access by children, but also
cover the accessibility to the contents by adults.
This International Standard is applicable to reclosable packages for any product intended to be exposed
or removed from the packaging in normal use.
This International Standard is intended for type approval only and is not intended for quality
assurance purposes.

This International Standard specifies the tolerances for the bottles intended to be used for pharmaceutical
products, cosmetic and perfumery products and chemical products.
The following tolerances are concerned:
— brimful capacity;
— height;
— diameter and width;
— verticality.
The following types of bottles are excluded from this International Standard:
— “miniatures”;
— small bottles for extracts, essences, etc.;
— small jars (e.g. individual portions of jam).

This European Standard specifies appropriate tests and levels of performance for roll containers and dollies manufactured in all materials, assembled for use and stacked for storage when tested in accordance with EN 12674-3.

This International Standard specifies the maximum defects and damage allowed before a flat wooden
pallet shall be repaired, and defines the minimum repair criteria that shall be used.
This International Standard is applicable to wooden flat pallets repaired with wood based components.
NOTE The maximum allowed defects and damage for pallets are described in this International Standard
and the Annexes A to D show examples of defects and damage which make the widely used pallets unacceptable
for use. For other pallet types similar criteria should be set up. The repair criteria for pool and rental pallets are
controlled by their respective controlling operators/owners, and may be subject to a licence.

This European Standard specifies a test method for airtightness of the closures for flexible tubes.
It is applicable to flexible single-layer metal or plastics tubes and multilayer or laminated tubes used for packing pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food and other domestic and industrial products.

This document specifies the design and dimensions of the screw PET finish BVS 30H60 for the closure of wines with CO2 content below 1,2 grams per litre.
This finish is designed to take an aluminium tamper-evident closure with extended skirt which is reformed during application or a screw plastic closure (with or without metallic shell).

This document specifies the design and dimensions of the 26 mm screw finish with three thread starts for
flat waters and non-carbonated beverages.
This finish can be used for aseptic filling and filling with introduction of nitrogen (internal overpressure inferior to 1 bar max).
The dimension (12,0) is the height in millimetres from the top of finish to the bottom of the support ledge.
This finish is designed to accept a tamper evident plastic closure only. During first opening, the tamper evident band will separate from the closure shell and stay on a one way bottle neck or like bottles in the returnable market the tamper evident band will tear but will remain connected to the closure shell.

This document specifies the design and dimensions of the 29 mm screw finish with three (3) thread starts for
flat waters and non-carbonated beverages. This finish is designated PET finish 29/25 (12,6).
This finish can be used for aseptic filling and filling with introduction of nitrogen (internal overpressure inferior to 1 bar max). The dimension (12,6) is the height in millimetres from the top of finish to the bottom of the support ledge.
This finish is designed to accept a tamper evident plastic closure only. During first opening, the tamper evident band will separate from the closure shell and stay on a one way bottle neck or like bottles in the returnable market, the tamper evident band will tear but will remain connected to the closure shell.

EN 16565 specifies a method to test the orientation of the flip-top cap on flexible tubes. It is applicable to aluminium, plastic and laminated tubes used for packing pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food and other domestic and industrial products.

EN ISO 17351 specifies requirements and provides guidance for the application of Braille to the labelling of medicinal products.

This document specifies the dimensions of the screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 2. for one way glass.

EN 16290-2 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 7,5 R finish for one way glass.

EN 16287-1 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 1 for returnable glass.

EN 16288-1 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 3 for pressurized or vacuum liquids for returnable glass.

EN 16290-1 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 7,5 R finish for returnable glass.

EN 16287-2 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 1 for one way glass.

EN 16299-2 specifies the dimensions of the 28 mm screw finish for glass containers designated MCA 3 for pressurized or vacuum liquids for one way glass.

This International Standard specifies the requirements and test methods for compatibility testing of plastics packagings/Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) and composite packagings/IBCs with plastics inners containing liquids. The testing involves storage with the liquid to be transported. For polyethylene-based packaging, testing with a standard liquid as defined in The European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road may be undertaken. Annex B describes small-scale laboratory tests that may be used to determine the assimilation of those products to be carried with the standard liquids. Where there is any contradiction between this International Standard and any applicable regulation, the regulation always takes precendence.

This International Standard specifies the information needed for the design type testing of packaging, Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) and large packaging intended for use in the transport of dangerous goods. NOTE 1 This International Standard can be used in conjunction with one or more of the international regulations set out in the Bibliography. NOTE 2 The term “packaging” includes packaging for Class 6.2 infectious substances according to the United Nations.

This International Standard specifies the requirements and test methods for compatibility testing of plastics packagings/Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) and composite packagings/IBCs with plastics inners containing liquids. The testing involves storage with the liquid to be transported. For polyethylene-based packaging, testing with a standard liquid as defined in The European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road may be undertaken. Annex B describes small-scale laboratory tests that may be used to determine the assimilation of those products to be carried with the standard liquids. Where there is any contradiction between this International Standard and any applicable regulation, the regulation always takes precendence.

This International Standard defines terms relating to pallets for unit load methods of materials handling. It also includes informative annexes listing terms relating to unit load handling and slipsheets.

This standard specifies a method to measure the deformation of the aluminium tube body. It is applicable to aluminium tubes used for packing pharmaceutical, cosmetic, hygiene, food and other domestic and industrial products.