SIST EN 15008:2017

Aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Dimensions of one-piece cans with 25,4 mm aperture

This European Standard specifies the dimensions and volumes for one-piece aluminium aerosol containers with a 25,4 mm aperture.
This European Standard applies to one-piece containers of monobloc construction with an ogival, spherical or flat shoulder.

Aerosolpackungen - Aluminiumbehälter - Maße von einteiligen Behältern mit einer Öffnung von 25,4 mm

Diese Europäische Norm legt die Maße und Volumen von einteiligen Aerosolbehältern aus Aluminium mit einer 25,4 mm weiten Öffnung fest.
Diese Europäische Norm gilt für einteilige Monobloc-Behälter mit ovaler, sphärischer oder schräger Schulter.

Récipients pour aérosols - Récipients en aluminium - Dimensions des boîtiers monoblocs (une pièce) avec ouverture de 25,4 mm

La présente Norme européenne spécifie les dimensions et les volumes des récipients monoblocs en aluminium pour aérosols avec ouverture de 25,4 mm.
La présente norme s’applique aux récipients monoblocs à épaulement en ogive, sphérique ou plat.

Embalaža za aerosole - Posode iz aluminija - Mere za enodelno pločevinko s 25,4-milimetrsko odprtino

Ta evropski standard določa mere in prostornine za enodelno embalažo za aerosole s 25,4-milimetrsko odprtino v povezavi s prostorninami, določenimi v Evropski direktivi 80/232/EGS [2].
Ta standard se uporablja za enodelne posode v obliki monobloka z ukrivljenim, sferičnim ali ravnim zgornjim delom.

General Information

• Status: Published
• Public Enquiry End Date: 04-Jul-2016
• Publication Date: 08-Aug-2017
• ICS: 55.130 - Aerosol containers
• ICS: 77.150.10 - Aluminium products
• Technical Committee: EPO - Packaging - sales and grouped
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 31-Jul-2017
• Due Date: 05-Oct-2017
• Completion Date: 09-Aug-2017
• Directive: Not Harmonized80/232/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packaged products
• Directive:

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  Not Harmonized87/356/EEC - Ranges of nominal quantities and nominal capacities permitted for certain pre-packged products (Dir. 80/232/EEC amendment)
• Ref Project: EN 15008:2017 - Aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Dimensions of one-piece cans with 25,4 mm aperture

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN 15008:2007 - Aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Dimensions of one-piece cans with 25,4 mm aperture
• Effective Date: 01-Sep-2017
• Refers: SIST EN 15010:2007 - Aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Tolerances of the fundamental dimensions in connection with the clinch
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 15009:2007 - Aerosol containers - Compartmented aerosol containers
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 16856:2020 - Portable aerosol dispensers for fire extinguishing purposes
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 15008:2017 is a European Standard developed by CEN that specifies the key dimensions and volumes for one-piece aluminium aerosol containers with a 25.4 mm aperture. This standard is applicable to monobloc aluminium containers, defining dimensional requirements for cans with ogival, spherical, or flat shoulder profiles. By defining standardized measurements, SIST EN 15008:2017 facilitates the safe filling, handling, and interchangeability of aluminium aerosol cans in packaging and manufacturing across Europe and beyond.

Key Topics

• Scope: Applies to one-piece (monobloc) aluminium aerosol cans with a 25.4 mm opening, used for various consumer and industrial products.
• Container Types:
  • Ogival shoulder
  • Spherical shoulder
  • Flat shoulder
• Dimensional Requirements:
  • Brimful capacity (the total capacity without a valve)
  • Nominal outside diameter and tolerances
  • Cover seat height and tolerances
  • Nominal overall height and tolerances
• Classification: Cans are categorized based on their shape, capacity, shoulder profile, and standardized dimensions.
• Volume Specifications:
  • Lists filling and brimful capacities for each shoulder type
  • Differentiates between containers for liquefied gas and compressed gas propellants
• Consistency and Safety: Ensures uniformity in can dimensions for compatibility with filling, handling, and closure systems.

Applications

SIST EN 15008:2017 is crucial for a wide range of industries utilizing aluminium aerosol containers, such as:

• Personal Care: Hairsprays, deodorants, shaving foams, and other cosmetic sprays packaged in aluminium cans to ensure lightweight, recyclable packaging.
• Household Products: Air fresheners, cleaning sprays, and insecticides benefit from standardized containers for efficient production and consumer safety.
• Industrial Uses: Lubricants, paints, and specialty chemicals are safely transported and dispensed with containers that meet SIST EN 15008:2017 dimensions.
• Pharmaceuticals: Medical and hygiene sprays rely on consistent packaging standards for quality and compliance.

By adhering to SIST EN 15008:2017, manufacturers and suppliers can streamline production, ensure cross-compatibility with filling and sealing equipment, and enhance product safety and reliability. The standard supports interoperability within multinational supply chains and between different packaging lines.

Related Standards

SIST EN 15008:2017 is part of a suite of European standards governing aerosol and aluminium containers, often referenced together for complete system compliance:

• EN 15010: Aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Tolerances of the fundamental dimensions in connection with the clinch
• EN 14847: Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of the 25.4 mm aperture
• EN 14848: Aerosol containers - Metal containers with 25.4 mm aperture - Dimensions of valve cups
• EN 14849: Aerosol containers - Glass containers - Dimensions of aerosol valve ferrules
• EN 14850: Metal aerosol containers – Measurement of contact height
• EN 15006: Metal aerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Dimensions of the 25.4 mm aperture
• EN 15007: Aerosol containers - Tinplate containers - Dimensions of two and three-piece cans
• EN 15009: Aerosol containers - Compartmented aerosol containers

EN ISO 90-3 (Light gauge metal containers - Definitions and determination of dimensions and capacities) is also commonly referenced for terminology and measurement methods related to aerosol cans.

Keywords: SIST EN 15008:2017, aluminium aerosol containers, 25.4 mm aperture, monobloc construction, packaging standard, aerosol container dimensions, European Standard, CEN, ogival shoulder, spherical shoulder, flat shoulder, filling volume, packaging interoperability.

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2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aerosolpackungen - Aluminiumbehälter - Maße von einteiligen Behältern mit einer Öffnung von 25,4 mmRécipients pour aérosols - Récipients en aluminium - Dimensions des boîtiers monoblocs (une pièce) avec ouverture de 25,4 mmAerosol containers - Aluminium containers - Dimensions of one-piece cans with 25,4 mm aperture77.150.10Aluminijski izdelkiAluminium products55.130Aerosol containersICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 15008:2017SIST EN 15008:2017en,fr,de01-september-2017SIST EN 15008:2017SLOVENSKI
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