PAS 54-2003
Specification for domestic ceramicware and glassware - Articles intended for contact with foodstuffs,and vases
- Standard No.
- PAS 54-2003
- Release Date
- 2003
- Published By
- British Standards Institution (BSI)
- Scope
- This PAS specifies requirements for ceramicware and glassware intended primarily for home and domestic use. This PAS acts as an umbrella PAS, referring to a variety of standards on ceramicware and glassware. It covers the following: — requirements for ceramicware, glassware and glass ceramicware: • chemical composition; • integrity of handle attachments; • resistance to impact breakage in service; • thermal shock endurance; • metal marking; • performance of vessels for pouring; • handle and knob temperature; • stability; • water retention; • metal release; • metal release: lip/rim test. — additional requirements for ceramicware: • water absorption; • crazing resistance; • translucency. — additional requirements for glassware: • durability – hand washing; • temper level. — additional requirements for special applications: • microwave usage; • resistance to freezing and freezer to oven usage; • freezer to microwave usage; • dishwasher usage (durability); — conformity marking.
