SIST EN 1179:2004

Zinc an zinc alloys - Primary zinc

This European Standard specifies the classification, chemical composition, marking and other requirements for primary zinc. The grades of zinc included in the standard are those which are traded internationally. The standard does not include requirements for secondary zinc produced by remelting.

Zink und Zinklegierungen - Primärzink

Diese Europäische Norm legt die Klassifizierungen, chemischen Zusammensetzungen, die Kennzeichnung sowie andere Anforderungen für Primärzink fest. Die in dieser Norm enthaltenen Zinksorten sind jene, die auf dem inter-nationalen Markt Verwendung finden. Die Norm enthält keine Anforderungen für Sekundärzink, das durch Um-schmelzen erzeugt wird.

Zink und Zinklegierungen - Primärzink

Diese Europäische Norm legt die Klassifizierungen, chemischen Zusammensetzungen, die Kennzeichnung sowie andere Anforderungen für Primärzink fest. Die in dieser Norm enthaltenen Zinksorten sind jene, die auf dem inter-nationalen Markt Verwendung finden. Die Norm enthält keine Anforderungen für Sekundärzink, das durch Um-schmelzen erzeugt wird.

Cink in cinkove zlitine - Primarni cink

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 30-Nov-2004
• ICS: 77.120.60 - Lead, zinc, tin and their alloys
• Technical Committee: INEK - Nonferrous metals
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Dec-2004
• Due Date: 01-Dec-2004
• Completion Date: 01-Dec-2004
• Ref Project: EN 1179:2003 - Zinc an zinc alloys - Primary zinc

Relations

• Replaces: SIST EN 1179:1998 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Primary zinc
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2004
• Refers: SIST EN 12441-5:2004 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 5: Determination of iron in primary zinc - Spectrophotometric method
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 12060:2000 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Method of sampling - Specifications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 12441-6:2004 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 6: Determination of aluminium and iron-Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 12441-3:2004 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 3: Determination of lead, cadmium and copper - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10244-2:2009 - Steel wire and wire products - Non-ferrous metallic coatings on steel wire - Part 2: Zinc or zinc alloy coatings
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10264-3:2024 - Steel wire and wire products - Steel wire for ropes - Part 3: Round and shaped non alloyed steel wire for high duty applications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 18035:2026 - Prestressing steels - Waxed and sheathed strands for construction applications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10264-2:2022 - Steel wire and wire products - Steel wire for ropes - Part 2: Cold drawn non alloy steel wire for ropes for general applications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10240:1998 - Internal and/or external protective coatings for steel tubes - Specification for hot dip galvanized coatings applied in automatic plants
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10264-2:2012 - Steel wire and wire products - Steel wire for ropes - Part 2: Cold drawn non alloy steel wire for ropes for general applications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 12441-7:2005 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Chemical analysis - Part 7: Determination of tin - Flame atomic absorption spectrometric method after extraction
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 10264-3:2012 - Steel wire and wire products - Steel wire for ropes - Part 3: Round and shaped non alloyed steel wire for high duty applications
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN 1774:1998 - Zinc and zinc alloys - Alloys for foundry purposes - Ingot and liquid
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 1461:2009 - Hot dip galvanized coatings on fabricated iron and steel articles - Specifications and test methods (ISO 1461:2009)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 1179:2004 is the Slovenian adoption of the European Standard EN 1179:2003, which sets out the classification, chemical composition, marking, and requirements for primary zinc. Primary zinc is zinc derived directly from ore or other zinc-bearing materials by distillation, chemical, or electrolytic reduction, typically supplied in ingot or liquid form. This standard identifies the internationally traded grades of primary zinc and excludes specifications for secondary zinc produced by remelting.

Primary zinc and its alloys are essential in a wide array of industrial applications, and this standard ensures consistent quality, traceability, and chemical purity for all stakeholders within the supply chain.

Key Topics

SIST EN 1179:2004 covers several important aspects regarding primary zinc:

• Classification of Grades: Specifies multiple grades (Z1, Z2, Z3, Z4, Z5) distinguished by purity and maximum allowable levels of certain elements such as lead (Pb), cadmium (Cd), iron (Fe), tin (Sn), copper (Cu), and aluminum (Al).
• Chemical Composition: Each zinc grade has strict compositional requirements, with purity ranging from 98.5% to 99.995% zinc, and clear maximum limits for impurities.
• Shape and Surface Condition: Defines that zinc is provided in various ingot shapes and includes requirements that surface conditions must not negatively impact chemical composition or usability.
• Marking and Labelling: Mandates comprehensive labelling for traceability, including the producer's mark, zinc grade, batch or cast reference, and mass.
• Sampling and Analysis: Refers to rigorous sampling procedures and analysis methods to verify compliance with the specified chemical composition.
• Inspection Documents: Suppliers must provide certificates of analysis or declarations of conformity, as requested by purchasers.

Applications

The specifications provided in SIST EN 1179:2004 are widely applied across several industries that depend on high-purity zinc:

• Galvanizing: Used as a protective coating for steel and iron to prevent rusting.
• Die Casting and Alloy Manufacturing: Essential for producing parts in the automotive, electrical, and construction sectors.
• Chemical and Pharmaceutical: High-purity zinc is required as a feedstock for a range of chemical products and pharmaceuticals.
• Batteries and Electronics: Used in the manufacture of dry cell batteries and components where purity and consistent quality are crucial.
• Corrosion Protection: Zinc sheets and products manufactured to standard are used for roofing, gutters, and other exterior building materials due to their corrosion resistance.
• International Trade: By conforming to recognized zinc purity grades, material transparency and global trading are facilitated.

Related Standards

SIST EN 1179:2004 is part of a broader network of zinc and zinc alloy standards, including:

• EN 988: Zinc and zinc alloys - Specifications for rolled flat products for building applications.
• EN 1774: Zinc and zinc alloys - Alloys for foundry purposes, including requirements for ingot and liquid.
• EN 12844: Zinc and zinc alloys - Specifications for castings.
• EN 13283: Zinc and zinc alloys - Secondary zinc, covering recycled material.
• EN 12060: Sampling methods for zinc products.
• EN 12441 Series: Methods for chemical analysis of zinc, including lead, cadmium, copper, iron, and aluminum by advanced techniques.

Adopting SIST EN 1179:2004 helps organizations demonstrate compliance with internationally accepted quality and safety expectations for primary zinc, ensuring consistency and reliability in all downstream applications. This standard is crucial for manufacturers, suppliers, and end-users seeking quality assurance in the procurement and use of primary zinc material.

Standards Content (Sample)

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-december-2004
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SIST EN 1179:1998
Cink in cinkove zlitine - Primarni cink
Zinc an zinc alloys - Primary zinc
Zink und Zinklegierungen - Primärzink
Zink und Zinklegierungen - Primärzink
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN 1179:2003
ICS:
77.120.60 Svinec, cink, kositer in Lead, zinc, tin and their
njihove zlitine alloys
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN 1179
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
May 2003
ICS 77.120.60 Supersedes EN 1179:1995
English version
Zinc an zinc alloys - Primary zinc
Zinc et alliages de zinc - Zinc primaire Zink und Zinklegierungen - Primärzink
This European Standard was approved by CEN on 5 March 2003.
CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this European
Standard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such national
standards may be obtained on application to the Management Centre or to any CEN member.
This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translation
under the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the official
versions.
CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland, France, Germany, Greece,
Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Slovak Republic, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and
United Kingdom.
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COMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATION
EUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNG
Management Centre: rue de Stassart, 36  B-1050 Brussels
© 2003 CEN All rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reserved Ref. No. EN 1179:2003 E
worldwide for CEN national Members.

Contents page
Foreword.3
1 Scope .4
2 Normative references .4
3 Terms and definitions.4
4 Manufacture.5
5 Ordering information .5
6 Requirements .5
6.1 Chemical composition.5
6.2 Shape of ingots .5
6.3 Surface condition of ingots .5
7 Sampling and analysis .6
8 Marking and labelling .6
9 Inspection documents.6
Foreword
This document (EN 1179:2003) has been prepared by Technical Committee CEN /TC 209 "Zinc and zinc alloys",
the secretariat of which is held by AFNOR.
This European Standard shall be given the status of a national standard, either by publication of an identical text or
by endorsement, at the latest by November 2003, and conflicting national standards shall be withdrawn at the latest
by November 2002.
This document will supersede EN 1179:1995.
This is one of a series of European Standards for zinc and zinc alloy products. Other products are specified in the
following standards:
EN 988, Zinc and zinc alloys — Specifications for rolled flat products for building.
EN 1774, Zinc and zinc alloys — Alloys for foundry purposes — Ingot and liquid.
EN 12844, Zinc and zinc alloys —Castings — Specification.
EN 13283, Zinc and zinc alloys — Secondary zinc.
According to the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations, the national standards organizations of the following coun-
tries are bound to implement this European Standard: Austria, Belgium, Czech Republic, Denmark, Finland,
France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal,
Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and the United Kingdom.
1 Scope
This European Standard specifies the classification, chemical composition, marking and other requirements for
primary zinc. The grades of zinc included in the standard are those which are traded internationally. The standard
does not include requirements for secondary zinc produced by remelting.
2 Normative references
This Europ
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