ASTM International

Standard Classification for Standard Plastics Industry Bulk Box/Pallet Unit Size Classified By Bulk Density
 N D6881/D6881M

Annotation

This classification covers containers used to hold plastic resins with bulk density (Test Methods D1895) of 27 to 39 lb/ft3 (0.432 to 0.625 g/cm3).

This classification does not apply to any plastic resins with bulk density below 27 lb/ft3 (0.432 g/cm3) or above 39lb/ft3 (0.625 g/cm3).

This classification does not apply to bulk boxes containing hazardous materials.

This classification does not address box/pallet unitization requirements.

This classification does not address requirements of plastic bag liners normally placed inside the corrugated bulk box before filling with plastic resin.

This classification does not address tamping, shaking, or other compression methods of the resin filled bulk box to condense entrained air and increase headspace in the bulk box.

This classification does not address blocking and bracing or other shipping requirements normally associated with bulk box unit deliveries.

This classification does not address filled bulk box/pallet unit stack height.

This classification does not address international shipping regulations of bulk box/pallet units.

This classification does not address pallet opening sizes for pallet trucks.

The values stated in either SI units or inch-pound units are to be regarded separately as standard. The values stated in each system may not be exact equivalents; therefore, each system shall be used independently of the other. Combining values from the two systems may result in non-conformance with the standard.