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NS-EN 13428:2004

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Abstract

This document specifies a procedure for assessment of packaging to ensure that the weight and/or volume of its material content is at the minimum commensurate with the maintenance of :  functionality throughout the supply and user chain ;  safety and hygiene for both product and user/consumer ;  acceptability of the packed product to the user/consumer. This document also specifies the methodology and procedure for determining the presence of the four heavy metals named in article 11 of the packaging and packaging waste Directive 94/62/EC and for determining the presence and minimisation of any dangerous substances or preparations if they are present in packaging and are likely to be released into the environment as a result of waste management operations. The procedures are referenced in CR 13695-1 and CEN/TR 13695-2. NOTE The substitution of one packaging material by another is not a basis for source reduction. This document cannot by itself provide presumption of conformity. The procedure for applying this document is contained in EN 13427.

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  • Standard from SN
  • Published:
  • Edition: 2
  • Version: 1
  • Document type: NAT
  • ICS 13.030.99
  • ICS 55.020
  • National Committee SN/K 147

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EU law: 94/62/EC

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