SIST EN 13920-15:2004

Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 15: Decoated aluminium scrap from post-consumer aluminium packagings

This European Standard specifies characteristics, chemical composition and metal yield of decoated aluminium scrap obtained by decoating mixed used aluminium packagings through various processes, e.g. pyrolysis, mechanical delamination, chemical delamination or a combination of these. It also applies to aluminium scrap separated from the bottom ashes of incinerators.
EXAMPLE   A mix of used aluminium packaging scrap of different alloys which were decoated to be used for melting or other forms of metal recycling.

Aluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Schrott - Teil 15: Von Beschichtung befreiter Aluminiumschrott aus gebrauchten Aluminiumverpackungen

Diese Europäische Norm legt die Anforderungen an die Eigenschaften, die chemische Zusammensetzung und die Metallausbeute von Aluminiumschrott fest, der nach dem Entfernen der Beschichtungen von gemischten gebrauchten Aluminiumverpackungen durch verschiedene Verfahren, z. B. Pyrolyse, mechanisches Entfernen, chemisches Entfernen oder einer Kombination dieser erhalten wird. Sie gilt auch für Aluminiumschrott, der aus der Asche von Müllverbrennungsanlagen gewonnen wird.
BEISPIEL   Eine Mischung von Schrott aus gebrauchten Aluminiumverpackungen verschiedener Legierungen, deren Beschichtung entfernt wurde, um sie einzuschmelzen oder in anderer Art zu verwerten.

Aluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Scrap (matieres premieres pour recyclage) - Partie 15: Scrap en aluminium délaqué provenant d'emballages usagés en aluminium

Cette Norme européenne spécifie les caractéristiques, la composition chimique et le rendement en métal du scrap d'aluminium délaqué obtenu par élimination du revêtement d'emballages en aluminium usagés hétérogènes par divers procédés, tels que pyrolyse, décapage mécanique, décapage chimique, ou une combinaison de ces procédés. Elle s'applique également au scrap d'aluminium séparé des cendres résiduelles d'incinérateurs.
EXEMPLE   Mélange de scrap d'aluminium provenant d'emballages en aluminium usagés composés de différents alliages dont le revêtement a été éliminé pour être utilisé par fusion ou autre forme de recyclage.

Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine – Odpadni aluminij – 15. del: Odpadni aluminij iz uporabljene embalaže, s katerega so odstranjene površinske prevleke

General Information

• Status: Published
• Publication Date: 31-Dec-2003
• ICS: 13.030.50 - Recycling
• ICS: 77.120.10 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys
• Technical Committee: INEK - Nonferrous metals
• Current Stage: 6060 - National Implementation/Publication (Adopted Project)
• Start Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Due Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Completion Date: 01-Jan-2004
• Ref Project: EN 13920-15:2003 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 15: Decoated aluminium scrap from post-consumer aluminium packagings

Relations

• Refers: SIST EN 12258-3:2004 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Terms and definitions - Part 3: Scrap
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Refers: SIST EN 13920-1:2004 - Aluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 1: General requirements, sampling and tests
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10938:2000 - Ophthalmic instruments - Chart projectors (ISO 10938:1998)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10651-2:2009 - Lung ventilators for medical use - Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Part 2: Home care ventilators for ventilator-dependent patients (ISO 10651-2:2004)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 23328-2:2009 - Breathing system filters for anaesthetic and respiratory use - Part 2: Non-filtration aspects (ISO 23328-2:2002)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10651-6:2009 - Lung ventilators for medical use - Particular requirements for basic safety and essential performance - Part 6: Home-care ventilatory support devices (ISO 10651-6:2004)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 22523:2007 - External limb prostheses and external orthoses - Requirements and test methods (ISO 22523:2006)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 5362:2019 - Anaesthetic reservoir bags (ISO 5362:2006)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10650-1:2005 - Dentistry - Powered polymerization activators - Part 1: Quartz tungsten halogen lamps (ISO 10650-1:2004)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 5356-1:2004 - Anaesthetic and respiratory equipment - Conical connectors - Part 1: Cones and sockets (ISO 5356-1:2004)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 18777:2009 - Transportable liquid oxygen systems for medical use - Particular requirements (ISO 18777:2005)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10637:2001 - Dental equipment - High- and medium-volume suction systems (ISO 10637:1999)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 18779:2005 - Medical devices for conserving oxygen and oxygen mixtures - Particular requirements (ISO 18779:2005)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 11608-4:2008 - Pen-injectors for medical use - Part 4: Requirements and test methods for electronic and electromechanical pen-injectors (ISO 11608-4:2006)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026
• Referred By: SIST EN ISO 10079-3:2009 - Medical suction equipment - Part 3: Suction equipment powered from a vacuum or pressure source (ISO 10079-3:1999)
• Effective Date: 28-Jan-2026

Overview

SIST EN 13920-15:2004 is a European standard developed by the Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo (SIST) that defines the requirements for decoated aluminium scrap obtained from post-consumer aluminium packaging. The standard focuses on scrap generated through processes such as pyrolysis, mechanical or chemical delamination, or combinations of these methods, as well as aluminium scrap separated from incinerator bottom ash.

This standard is integral to the aluminium recycling process, ensuring that reclaimed aluminium packaging scrap meets defined characteristics and chemical composition, improving the quality and reliability of recycled metal for downstream applications.

Key Topics

• Scrap Characteristics: Specifies that decoated aluminium scrap should not contain free iron, heavy oxidation, or fines less than 1 mm, and must be free of non-metallic foreign materials.
• Chemical Composition: Outlines required purity, with specific limits for alloying elements such as silicon, iron, copper, manganese, magnesium, zinc, lead, and tin.
• Metal Yield: Requires a minimum metal yield of 80% in the as-delivered state, with actual yields varying depending on the decoating process used.
• Ordering Information: Producers and recyclers must provide detailed information regarding the scrap category, batch weight, delivery periods, and, optionally, origin and physical condition.
• Classification and Non-Conformities: Follows procedures for sampling, testing, and dispute resolution in line with EN 13920-1.

Applications

SIST EN 13920-15:2004 delivers value across the aluminium recycling supply chain, particularly for:

• Metal Recyclers: Enables the purchase and processing of consistent-quality decoated aluminium scrap ready for melting and reuse in new products.
• Packaging Recovery Operators: Supports efficient recovery of used aluminium packaging, such as cans and containers, by ensuring that decoating processes produce recyclable material.
• Foundries and Secondary Melters: Improves input quality for melting operations, reducing contaminants and increasing yield, which is key for cost-effective aluminium alloy production.
• Waste Management Companies: Provides clear requirements for sorting and supplying aluminium scrap separated from municipal incinerator ash streams.

By standardizing scrap characteristics and composition, businesses can optimize processing performance, lower costs, and support environmental goals by maximizing the recyclability of post-consumer aluminium packaging.

Related Standards

SIST EN 13920-15:2004 is part of the wider EN 13920 series covering various forms of aluminium and aluminium alloy scrap. Relevant related standards include:

• EN 13920-1: General requirements, sampling, and tests for aluminium scrap.
• EN 13920-14: Scrap from post-consumer aluminium packagings.
• EN 12258-3: Terms and definitions for aluminium scrap.
• Additional parts of EN 13920, covering specific scrap types such as beverage cans, radiators, castings, and shredded materials.

These standards provide a framework for quality control and standardization in aluminium scrap trading and processing, helping to foster a circular economy in the aluminium industry.

Keywords: decoated aluminium scrap, aluminium packaging recycling, aluminium and aluminium alloys, post-consumer scrap, aluminium recycling standards, SIST EN 13920-15:2004, metal yield, scrap characteristics, chemical composition, foundry feedstock, sustainable aluminium.

Standards Content (Sample)

2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitine – Odpadni aluminij – 15. del: Odpadni aluminij iz uporabljene embalaže, s katerega so odstranjene površinske prevlekeAluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Schrott - Teil 15: Von Beschichtung befreiter Aluminiumschrott aus gebrauchten AluminiumverpackungenAluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Scrap (matieres premieres pour recyclage) - Partie 15: Scrap en aluminium délaqué provenant d'emballages usagés en aluminiumAluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 15: Decoated aluminium scrap from post-consumer aluminium packagings77.120.10Aluminij in aluminijeve zlitineAluminium and aluminium alloys13.030.50RecikliranjeRecyclingICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 13920-15:2003SIST EN 13920-15:2004en01-januar-2004SIST EN 13920-15:2004SLOVENSKI
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EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 13920-15April 2003ICS 13.030.50; 77.120.10English versionAluminium and aluminium alloys - Scrap - Part 15: Decoatedaluminium scrap from post-consumer aluminium packagingsAluminium et alliages d'aluminium - Scrap (matièrespremières pour recyclage) - Partie 15: Scrap en aluminiumdélaqué provenant d'emballages usagés en aluminiumAluminium und Aluminiumlegierungen - Schrott - Teil 15:Von Beschichtung befreiter Aluminiumschrott ausgebrauchten AluminiumverpackungenThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 28 February 2003.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards 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 translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the Management Centre has the same status as the officialversions.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, Slovakia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and UnitedKingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre: rue de Stassart, 36
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