ASTM D5272-08R21
Standard Practice for Outdoor Exposure Testing of Photodegradable Plastics
| Standard number: | ASTM D5272-08R21 |
| Released: | 01.12.2021 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Section: | 08.03 |
| Keywords: | aging; degradable plastic; exterior exposure; outdoor exposure; photodegradation; ultraviolet radiation; weathering; |
| ASTM number: | ASTM D5272 |
| Supersedes: | D5272-08R13 |
1.1 This practice defines test conditions applicable when Practices D1435 and G7/G7M are employed for the outdoor exposure testing of photodegradable plastics.
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 establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Note 1: There is no known ISO equivalent to this standard.
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.