ASTM E 2671 : 2010 : R2024

1.1This practice defines and clarifies the differences between movements, shipments, and transfers of tangible property to support the goals and mission of the entity.

1.2This practice is intended to be applicable and appropriate for tangible property holding entities.

1.3This practice contains information on movements, shipments, and transfers as defined herein and includes other terms from Terminology E2135.

1.4This practice enables effective and consistent communication across entities through standard use of the terminology.

1.5This practice does not include actual instructions or directions on how to complete or conduct movements, shipments, or transfers.

1.6For the purpose of clarification and communication, shipment and movement are considered two different activities in this practice.

1.7The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.8This 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.9This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.