ASTM D3892-15

Standard Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 Packing and packaging provisions are outlined as needed for adequate transport of resins and finished products with a minimum of mishaps in shipment.  
4.2 Commercial levels are included for all commercial and most federal and military shipments. Level A requirements are added for special military purchases only.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the packaging and packing of all thermoset and thermoplastic resins and fabricated shapes.  
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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.
Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.

General Information

• Status: Historical
• Publication Date: 31-Aug-2015
• ICS: 55.040 - Packaging materials and accessories
• Technical Committee: D20 - Plastics
• Drafting Committee: D20.15 - Thermoplastic Materials

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D3892-93(2009) - Standard Practice for Packaging/Packing of Plastics
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D8195-18 - Standard Classification System and Basis for Specification for Polyethylene Terephthalate Film and Sheeting
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM F2207-06(2023) - Standard Specification for Cured-in-Place Pipe Lining System for Rehabilitation of Metallic Gas Pipe
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D3294-22 - Standard Specification for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Resin Molded Sheet and Molded Basic Shapes
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D6712-17 - Standard Specification for Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene (UHMW-PE) Solid Plastic Shapes
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D1784-20 - Standard Classification System and Basis for Specification for Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) Compounds and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC) Compounds
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D4802-16 - Standard Specification for Poly(Methyl Methacrylate) Acrylic Plastic Sheet
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D3222-21 - Standard Specification for Unmodified Poly(Vinylidene Fluoride) (PVDF) Molding Extrusion and Coating Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D4894-19 - Standard Specification for Polytetrafluoroethylene (PTFE) Granular Molding and Ram Extrusion Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D4441-20 - Standard Specification for Aqueous Dispersions of Polytetrafluoroethylene
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D4101-17e1 - Standard Classification System and Basis for Specification for Polypropylene Injection and Extrusion Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D3840-19 - Standard Specification for “Fiberglass” (Glass-Fiber-Reinforced Thermosetting-Resin) Pipe Fittings for Nonpressure Applications
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D6263-23 - Standard Specification for Extruded Rods and Bars Made From Rigid Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (PVC) and Chlorinated Poly(Vinyl Chloride) (CPVC)
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D6778-20 - Standard Classification System and Basis for Specification for Polyoxymethylene Molding and Extrusion Materials (POM)
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015
• Referred By: ASTM D3159-22 - Standard Specification for Modified ETFE Fluoropolymer Molding and Extrusion Materials
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2015

Standards Content (Sample)

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Designation: D3892 − 15
Standard Practice for
1
Packaging/Packing of Plastics
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3892; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope* 2.3 Other Standards:
4
National Motor Freight Classification
1.1 This practice covers the packaging and packing of all
5
Uniform Freight Classification Rules
thermoset and thermoplastic resins and fabricated shapes.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the
3. Terminology
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of technical terms used in
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
this practice pertaining to plastics, see Terminology D883.
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
4. Significance and Use
NOTE 1—There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard. 4.1 Packing and packaging provisions are outlined as
needed for adequate transport of resins and finished products
1.3 This international standard was developed in accor-
with a minimum of mishaps in shipment.
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
4.2 Commercial levels are included for all commercial and
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
most federal and military shipments. LevelArequirements are
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
added for special military purchases only.
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
5. Procedure
2. Referenced Documents
5.1 Examination of Preparation for Delivery—Examine in
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2.1 ASTM Standards:
accordance with Table 1 to determine that packaging, packing,
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
and marking comply with requirements specified in the con-
2.2 Federal Standards:
tractororder.Thesampleunitforthisexaminationshallbeone
DepartmentofTransportation19A, Title49,CodeofFederal
shipping container fully prepared for delivery.
Regulations, Section 178.190, Wooden Boxes—Glued,
5.2 Packaging—Packaging shall be commercial or LevelA,
3
Plywood Cleated
as specified.
DepartmentofTransportation17H, Title49,CodeofFederal
5.2.1 Commercial—The material shall be packaged in ac-
3
Regulations, Section 178.118, Steel Drums
cordance with normal commercial practice. The complete
package shall be designed to ensure the item against damage
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during shipment, handling, and storage.
This practice is under the jurisdiction ofASTM Committee D20 on Plastics and
is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.15 on Thermoplastic Materials.
5.2.2 Level A—For Military Procurement Only:
Current edition approved Sept. 1, 2015. Published September 2015. Originally
5.2.2.1 Sheets, Rods, Tubes, Pipes, Fittings, and Other
approved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 2009 as D3892 - 93 (2009).
Shapes—Unless otherwise specified in the contract or order,
DOI: 10.1520/D3892-15.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or
individual fabricated shapes shall be packaged in such a
contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM
Standards volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on
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the ASTM website. AvailablefromAmericanTruckingAssn.,1616PStreet,N.W.,Washington,DC
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AvailablefromU.S.GovernmentPrintingOfficeSuperintendentofDocuments, 20036.
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732 N. Capitol St., NW, Mail Stop: SDE, Washington, DC 20401, http:// Available from Railroad Freight Classification, Room 1106, 222 South River-
www.access.gpo.gov. side Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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D3892 − 15
TABLE 1 Examination for Defects in Preparation for Delivery
5.3.2 Level A (For Military Procurement Only):
Examine Defect 5.3.2.1 Sheets, Rods, Tubes, Film, and Other Shapes—The
Packaging Not level specified. Packaging material not as
materials packaged as specified in 5.2.2.1 and 5.2.2.2 shall be
specified.
packed in plywood cleated boxes conforming to Department of
Packing Not level specified. Containers not as specified.
Count Less than specified or indicated quantity. Transportation (DOT) 19A.All items packed together must be
Weight and cube Gross weight is greater than, or less than, specified
of the same technical description.
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Designation: D3892 − 93 (Reapproved 2009) D3892 − 15
Standard Practice for
1
Packaging/Packing of Plastics
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D3892; 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 (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope Scope*
1.1 This practice covers the packaging and packing of all thermoset and thermoplastic resins and fabricated shapes.
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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.
NOTE 1—There is no similar or equivalent ISO known ISO equivalent to this standard.
2. Referenced Documents
2
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D883 Terminology Relating to Plastics
2.2 Federal Standards:
Department of Transportation 19A, Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 178.190, Wooden Boxes—Glued, Plywood
3
Cleated
3
Department of Transportation 17H, Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 178.118, Steel Drums
2.3 Other Standards:
4
National Motor Freight Classification
5
Uniform Freight Classification Rules
3. Terminology
3.1 Definitions—For definitions of technical terms used in this practice pertaining to plastics, see Terminology D883.
4. Significance and Use
4.1 Packing and packaging provisions are outlined as needed for adequate transport of resins and finished products with a
minimum of mishaps in shipment.
4.2 Commercial levels are included for all commercial and most federal and military shipments. Level A requirements are added
for special military purchases only.
5. Procedure
5.1 Examination of Preparation for Delivery—Examine in accordance with Table 1 to determine that packaging, packing, and
marking comply with requirements specified in the contract or order. The sample unit for this examination shall be one shipping
container fully prepared for delivery.
5.2 Packaging—Packaging shall be commercial or Level A, as specified.
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This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D20 on Plastics and is the direct responsibility of Subcommittee D20.94 on Government/Industry
Standardization.
Current edition approved April 1, 2009Sept. 1, 2015. Published April 2009September 2015. Originally approved in 1980. Last previous edition approved in 20032009 as
D3892 - 93 (2003).(2009). DOI: 10.1520/D3892-93R09.10.1520/D3892-15.
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For referenced ASTM standards, visit the ASTM website, www.astm.org, or contact ASTM Customer Service at [e-mail]. For Annual Book of ASTM Standards
volume information, refer to the standard’s Document Summary page on the ASTM website.
3
Available from U.S. Government Printing Office Superintendent of Documents, 732 N. Capitol St., NW, Mail Stop: SDE, Washington, DC 20401, http://
www.access.gpo.gov.
4
Available from American Trucking Assn., 1616 P Street, N.W., Washington, DC 20036.
5
Available from Railroad Freight Classification, Room 1106, 222 South Riverside Plaza, Chicago, IL 60606.
*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard
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TABLE 1 Examination for Defects in Preparation for Delivery
Examine Defect
Packaging Not level specified. Packaging material not as
specified.
Packing Not level specified. Containers not as specified.
Count Less than specified or indicated quantity.
Weight and cube Gross weight is greater than, or less than, specified
require-
ments.
Markings Markings not in accordance with specified
requirements.
5.2.1 Commercial—The material shall be packaged in accordance with normal commercial practice. The complete package shall
be designed to ensure the item against damage during shipment, handling, and storage.
5.2.2 Level A—For Military Procurement Only:
5.2.2.1 Sheets, Rods, Tubes, Pipes, Fittings, and Other Shapes—Unless otherwise specified in the contract or order, individual
fabricated shapes shall be packaged in such a manner as to protect the material against physical and mechanical damage and
contamination during transit. Only items comprised of a single Na
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