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Standard Test Method for Leakage Testing of Empty Rigid Containers by Vacuum Method

ASTM-D4991 - 2007 R23 EDITION - CURRENT
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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.

Keywords

containers; leakage testing; packaging; vacuum method; ICS Number Code 23.160 (Vacuum technology)

To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:

15.10 (Packaging; Flexible Barrier Packaging)

To find similar documents by classification:

23.160 (Vacuum technology Including vacuum pumps)

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Document Number

ASTM-D4991-07R23

Revision Level

2007 R23 EDITION

Status

Current

Modification Type

Reapproval

Publication Date

March 20, 2023

Document Type

Test Method

Page Count

3 pages

Committee Number

D10.21