ASTM D7436-17(2024)

Annotation of standard text ASTM D7436-17(2024) :

This specification is intended to provide a callout system for polyethylene utilizing specimen preparation procedures and test methods based primarily on ISO standards. The classification system provides for the identification of unfilled polyethylene plastics molding and extrusion materials, with a melt index of <1g/10 min, in such a manner that the supplier and the user agree on the acceptability of different commercial lots or shipments. The specification also lists the requirements that would allow for the use of recycled polyethylene materials. These requirements include the colour and form of the material.


Keywords:
classification, classification system, line callout, molding and extrusion materials, polyethylene (PE),, ICS Number Code 83.080.20 (Thermoplastic materials)