Standard Specification for Molded Polyethylene Shipping and Storage Drums

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01-09-2016

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American Society for Testing and Materials

CONTAINED IN VOL. 08.03, 2016 Describes self supporting, molded polyethylene, tight head drums for surface and air shipment, in size range 5 gal (19 L) to and including 55 gal (208 L).

1.1This 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).

1.2Virgin or recycled polyethylene plastics2 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.

1.3The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that provided for information only and are not considered standard.

1.4This 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.

Committee	D 20
DevelopmentNote	Supersedes ASTM PS 34 (12/2001)
DocumentType	Redline
Pages	4
PublisherName	American Society for Testing and Materials
Status	Current

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