ASTM D4991-94(1999)
Historical Standard: ASTM D4991-94(1999) Standard Test Method for Leakage Testing of Empty Rigid Containers by Vacuum Method
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ASTM D4991
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the testing of empty containers for resistance to leakage under differential pressure conditions such as those which can occur during air transport. It is suitable for testing rigid containers intended for the transportation of some hazardous liquids in accordance with the United Nations Recommendations On The Transport Of Dangerous Goods (UN TDG) and the International Civil Aviation Organization Technical Instructions For The Safe Transport Of Dangerous Goods By Air (ICAO TIs).
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D996 Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
D3078 Test Method for Determination of Leaks in Flexible Packaging by Bubble Emission
United Nations Document
ST/SG/AC.10/1 Recommendations On The Transport Of Dangerous Goods Available from United Nations Sales Section, United Nations, New York, NY 10017.International Civil Aviation Organization
DOC9284-AN/905 Technical Instructions For The Safe Transport Of Dangerous Goods By Air Available from Intereg Group, Inc., 5724 N. Pulaski Rd., Chicago, IL 60646.Keywords
containers; leakage testing; packaging; vacuum method;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 23.160 (Vacuum technology)
DOI: 10.1520/D4991-94R99
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