1.1 This standard is published with the following objectives:
1.1.1 To establish standard color codes for zinc, zinc alloy and zinc master alloy ingot used by the Hot-Dip Galvanizing industry, and
1.1.2 To standardize the use and application of these color codes.
1.2 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 become familiar with all hazards including those identified in the appropriate Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product/material as provided by the manufacturer, to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices, and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3 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 B914-21 Referenced Document
ASTM B6 Standard Specification for Zinc*, 2023-04-01 Update
ASTM B750 Standard Specification for Zinc-5% Aluminum-Mischmetal Alloy in Ingot Form for Hot-Dip Coatings
ASTM B852 Standard Specification for Continuous Galvanizing Grade (CGG) Zinc Alloys for Hot-Dip Galvanizing of Sheet Steel
ASTM B860 Standard Specification for Zinc Master Alloys for Use in Hot Dip Galvanizing*, 2022-10-01 Update
ASTM B899 Standard Terminology Relating to Non-ferrous Metals and Alloys
ASTM B997 Standard Specification for Zinc-Aluminum Alloys in Ingot Form for Hot-Dip Coatings
ASTM E527 Standard Practice for Numbering Metals and Alloys (UNS)