ASTM D6198-18
Standard Guide for Transport Packaging Design

Standard No.
ASTM D6198-18
Release Date
2018
Published By
American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)
Latest
ASTM D6198-18
Scope
1.1 This guide covers an approach to design of packaging for distributing goods through the hazards of handling, storage, and transportation. 1.2 The principal content of this guide is the identification of the key steps involved in development of transport packages, including shipping containers, interior protective packaging, and unit loads. It is recognized that actual usage and application to individual design projects may vary appreciably without diminishing the value of the process. Consult with a packaging professional whenever needed. 1.3 This guide is not intended for design of primary packaging unless the primary package is planned for use as a shipping container. 1.4 The user of this guide must be aware of the carrier rules regarding packaging for shipment via each mode of transportation in which the transport package may move, such as the National Motor Freight Classification (less-than truckload) and the Uniform Freight Classification (railroad). For hazardous materials packaging, the packaging must perform to the requirements of the applicable modal regulations listed in Section 2. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM D6198-18 Referenced Document

  • ASTM D1974/D1974M Standard Practice for Methods of Closing, Sealing, and Reinforcing Fiberboard Boxes*， 2022-05-01 Update
  • ASTM D3332 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical-Shock Fragility of Products, Using Shock Machines*， 2023-10-01 Update
  • ASTM D3580 Standard Test Methods for Vibration (Vertical Linear Motion) Test of Products
  • ASTM D4003 Standard Test Methods for Programmable Horizontal Impact Test for Shipping Containers and Systems*， 2019-08-01 Update
  • ASTM D4169 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Shipping Containers and Systems
  • ASTM D4728 Standard Test Method for Random Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers
  • ASTM D4919 Standard Specification for Testing of Hazardous Materials Packagings
  • ASTM D5276 Standard Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall
  • ASTM D5487 Standard Test Method for Simulated Drop of Loaded Containers by Shock Machines
  • ASTM D5639/D5639M Standard Practice for Selection of Corrugated Fiberboard Materials and Box Construction Based on Performance Requirements
  • ASTM D6055 Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates*， 2019-08-01 Update
  • ASTM D6179 Standard Test Methods for Rough Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates
  • ASTM D6344 Standard Test Method for Concentrated Impacts to Transport Packages
  • ASTM D642 Standard Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of Shipping Containers, Components, and Unit Loads*， 2020-10-01 Update
  • ASTM D6537 Standard Practice for Instrumented Package Shock Testing For Determination of Package Performance*， 2021-10-01 Update
  • ASTM D6653/D6653M Standard Test Methods for Determining the Effects of High Altitude on Packaging Systems by Vacuum Method*， 2021-10-01 Update
  • ASTM D6804 Standard Guide for Hand Hole Design in Corrugated Boxes*， 2024-03-01 Update
  • ASTM D7030 Standard Test Method for Short Term Creep Performance of Corrugated Fiberboard Containers Under Constant Load Using a Compression Test Machine*， 2022-05-01 Update
  • ASTM D7386 Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packages for Single Parcel Delivery Systems*， 2024-04-21 Update
  • ASTM D7387 Standard Test Method for Vibration Testing of Intermediate Bulk Containers (IBCs) Used for Shipping Liquid Hazardous Materials (Dangerous Goods)*， 2020-04-01 Update
  • ASTM D7660 Standard Guide for Conducting Internal Pressure Tests on United Nations (UN) Packagings*， 2020-04-01 Update
  • ASTM D880 Standard Test Method for Impact Testing for Shipping Containers and Systems*， 2021-10-01 Update
  • ASTM D996 Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments
  • ASTM D999 Standard Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers
  • ISO 4180 Packaging — Complete, filled transport packages — General rules for the compilation of performance test schedules*， 2019-11-05 Update

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Standard Guide for Transport Packaging Design


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