ASTM D996-02

Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments

SCOPE
1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of technical terms used in the packaging and distribution environments. Terms that are generally understood or adequately found in other readily available sources are not included.
1.2 A definition is a single sentence with additional information included in discussions.
1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by another standards organization or ASTM committee are identified with the name of the organization or ASTM committee.
1.4 The definitions in this terminology are grouped into related areas under principal concepts. The broad descriptor term for each group is followed in alphabetical order by narrower terms and related terms. Cross-references are included where the concept group is not obvious.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 09-Apr-2002
• ICS: 01.040.55 - Packaging and distribution of goods (Vocabularies)
• ICS: 55.020 - Packaging and distribution of goods in general
• Technical Committee: D10 - Packaging
• Drafting Committee: D10.11 - Terminology (definitions)

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D996-99 - Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Replaced By: ASTM D996-04 - Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2004
• Referred By: ASTM D6295/D6295M-98(2019) - Standard Test Method for Dispensability of Light–Duty Pressure–Sensitive Film Tape (Withdrawn 2023)
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5118/D5118M-22 - Standard Practice for Fabrication of Fiberboard Shipping Boxes
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5748-95(2019) - Standard Test Method for Protrusion Puncture Resistance of Stretch Wrap Film
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D4504-94(2018) - Standard Specification for Molded Polyethylene Open-Head-Pails for Industrial Shipping of Nonhazardous Goods
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5445-21 - Standard Practice for Pictorial Markings for Handling of Goods
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5639/D5639M-20 - Standard Practice for Selection of Corrugated Fiberboard Materials and Box Construction Based on Performance Requirements
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5375/D5375M-98(2019) - Standard Test Methods for Liner Removal at High Speeds from Pressure-Sensitive Label Stock
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5486/D5486M-06(2020) - Standard Specification for Pressure-Sensitive Tape for Packaging, Box Closure, and Sealing
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D8314-20 - Standard Guide for Performance Testing of Applied Stretch Films and Stretch Wrapping
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5749-17 - Standard Specification for Reinforced and Plain Gummed Tape for Sealing and Securing
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D7932-17 - Standard Specification for Printed, Pressure-Sensitive Adhesive Labels for Use in Extreme Distribution Environments
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D6251/D6251M-19 - Standard Specification for Wood-Cleated Panelboard Shipping Boxes
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002
• Referred By: ASTM D5112-22 - Standard Test Method for Vibration (Horizontal Linear Motion) Test of Products
• Effective Date: 10-Apr-2002

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: D 996 – 02
Standard Terminology of
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Packaging and Distribution Environments
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D 996; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (e) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
INTRODUCTION
The terms and definitions in this standard are grouped into related areas under principal concepts.
The broad descriptor term for each group is followed in alphabetical order by narrower terms and
related terms. Cross-references are included where the concept group is not obvious.
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1. Scope (Container Grade), and Cut Shapes
2.3 Other Standards:
1.1 This terminology is a compilation of definitions of
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Uniform Freight Classification Rule 30
technical terms used in the packaging and distribution envi-
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National Motor Freight Classification
ronments. Terms that are generally understood or adequately
found in other readily available sources are not included.
3. Terminology
1.2 A definition is a single sentence with additional infor-
absorbent packing—See packing.
mation included in discussions.
1.3 Definitions that are identical to those published by adhesive, n—a substance capable of holding materials together
by surface attachment.
another standards organization or ASTM committee are iden-
tified with the name of the organization or ASTM committee.
DISCUSSION—Adhesive is the general term and includes among
1.4 The definitions in this terminology are grouped into
others, cement, glue, mucilage, and paste. All of these terms are loosely
related areas under principal concepts. The broad discriptor
used interchangeably. Various descriptive adjectives are applied to the
term for each group is followed in alphabetical order by term adhesive to indicate certain characteristics as follows: (1) Physical
form, that is, liquid adhesive, tape adhesive, (2) Chemical type, that is,
narrower terms and related terms. Cross-references are in-
silicate adhesive, resin adhesive, (3) Materials bonded, that is, paper
cluded where the concept group is not obvious.
adhesive, metal-plastic adhesive, can label adhesive, and (4) Conditions
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of use, that is, hot-setting adhesive (D 907, D14).
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards: contact adhesive, n—an adhesive that is apparently dry to the
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D 907 Terminology of Adhesives touch and that will adhere to itself instantaneously upon
D 1596 Test Method for Dynamic Shock Cushioning Char- contact; also called contact bond adhesive or dry bond
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acteristics of Package Materials adhesive (D 907, D14).
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D 3288 Test Methods for Magnet Wire Enamels aerosol package—See package.
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E 176 Terminology of Fire Standards ampoule, n—a hermetically sealed, small bulbous glass or
G 15 Terminology Relating to Corrosion and Corrosion plastic vessel. Opening is achieved by breaking the stem.
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Testing (Also ampuleor ampul.)
2.2 Federal Standard: anchor, v—to secure firmly (Webster).
PPP-F-320 Fiberboard, Corrugated and Solid, Sheet Stock anti-skid plate—See loading.
available program, n—a qualifying term which can be used in
the definition of recyclable, reusable, refillable, returnable,
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This terminology is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D10 on
compostable, establishing limits; for example, by population
Packaging and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D10.11 on Terminology
(Definitions).
Current edition approved April 10, 2002. Published June 2002. Originally
published as D 996 – 48 T. Last previous edition D 996 – 99.
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Available from Superintendent of Documents, US Government Printing Office,
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 15.06.
Washington, DC 20402.
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 15.09. 8
Available from Uniform Classification Committee, 222 South Riverside Plaza,
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 10.02.
Chicago, IL 60606.
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 04.07. 9
Available from National Classification Board, 2200 Mill Road, Alexandria, VA
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Annual Book of ASTM Standards, Vol 03.02.
22314.
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D996–02
and access within geographic area. batten—See box.
biodegradable, adj—capable of undergoing decomposition
DISCUSSION—This term is an essential component of recyclable,
into carbon dioxide, methane, water, inorganic compounds,
reusable, refillable, returnable, and compostable. Manufacturers should
or biomass in which the predominant mechanism is the
refer to FTC Guidelines to ensure claims are not deceptive. Claims
enzymatic action of micro-organisms, that can be measured
should be qualifie
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