NEN EN 12903 : 2009

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Description
  4.1 Identification
  4.2 Commercial form
5 Physical properties
  5.1 Appearance
  5.2 Particle size distribution
  5.3 Bulk density packed
6 Chemical properties
  6.1 General
  6.2 Purity Criteria
7 Specific properties
8 Test methods
  8.1 Sampling
  8.2 Analysis
9 Labelling, transportation and storage
  9.1 Means of delivery
  9.2 Risk and safety labelling according to the
      EU directives
  9.3 Transportation regulations and labelling
  9.4 Marking
  9.5 Storage
Annex A (informative) General information on powdered
        activated carbon
      A.1 Origin
      A.2 Properties
      A.3 Use
      A.4 Rules for safe handling and use
      A.5 Emergency procedures
Bibliography

Explains the characteristics of powdered activated carbon and specifies the requirements and the corresponding test methods for powdered activated carbon. It also provides information on its use in water treatment. Applies to powder activated carbon used for treatment of water intended for human consumption.