ASTM D7386, 2016 Edition, April 1, 2016 – Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packages for Single Parcel Delivery Systems

This practice provides a uniform basis of evaluating, in a laboratory, the ability of shipping units, weighing up to but not exceeding 150 lb (68 kg), intended for the single parcel delivery system to withstand the hazards associated with the distribution environment. This is accomplished by subjecting them to a test plan consisting of a sequence of anticipated hazard elements encountered in the distribution cycles. This practice is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing pre-shipment test procedures.

The suitability of this practice for use with hazardous materials has not been determined.

The values stated in inch-pound units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are mathematical conversions to SI units that are provided for information only and are not considered standard.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, 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. Specific precautionary statements are given in 1.1.

General Product Information:

Revision	2016 Edition, April 1, 2016
Document Type	PDF
Document Language	English
Pages	10
Publisher	ASTM International (ASTM)
Status	Current

ASTM Volume

15.10: Packaging; Primary Barrier Packaging; Cannabis

Packaging—performance of transport containers, pallets, crates; packaging materials such as tapes, cushioning, strapping, stretch warp and labels; package distribution and handling; measurement of transport packaging and distribution environment; reuse, recycling and disposal of materials related to packaging; performance of hazardous materials (dangerous goods) packaging.

Primary Barrier Packaging—child-resistant packaging and closure systems, food, consumer, pharmaceutical and medical device packaging; bottles, vials, pouches, blisters and trays; materials: papers, nonwovens, plastic films, rigid plastic, glass, and metal foils.

Cannabis—water activity in cannabis flower; security procedures for a cannabis operation; cleaning and sanitation; corrective and preventative action, product recall; hazard analysis and critical control points, disposal of raw materials; method validation, product complaints and compliance auditing