ASTM D 5998 Standard Specification for Molded Polyethylene Shipping and Storage Drums
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ASTM D 5998 Document Information:
Title
Standard Specification for Molded Polyethylene Shipping and Storage Drums
ASTM International
Publication Date:
Jul 10, 2003
Scope:
This specification covers self supporting, molded polyethylene, tight
head drums designed for
surface and air shipment, ranging in size from 5 gal [19 L] to and
including 55 gal [208 L].
The polyethylene plastics to be used may be virgin plastics or
recycled plastics.
NOTE 1 - There is no similar or equivalent ISO standard.
NOTE 2 - This standard is intended to replace MIL-D-43703C.
The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the
standard. The values given in
brackets are for information only.
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.
Keywords:
- barrel
- container
- plastic container
- polyethylene drum
- recycled plastic
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