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ASTM D 5998 : 2010

Superseded

Superseded

A superseded Standard is one, which is fully replaced by another Standard, which is a new edition of the same Standard.

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Standard Specification for Molded Polyethylene Shipping and Storage Drums

Available format(s)

Hardcopy , PDF

Superseded date

11-11-2014

Superseded by

ASTM D 5998 : 2016

Language(s)

English

Published date

01-04-2010

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Committee
D 20
DocumentType
Standard
Pages
3
PublisherName
American Society for Testing and Materials
Status
Superseded
SupersededBy
Supersedes

1.1 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).

1.2 Virgin or recycled polyethylene plastics or combinations thereof can be used provided the finished product meets the requirements of this specification.

Note 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.

Note 2—This standard is intended to replace MIL-D-43703C.

1.3 The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.4 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.

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