BS 5740:1989

This standard BS 5740:1989 Specification for oblong flat-top cans for liquid products is classified in these ICS categories:

• 55.120 Cans. Tins. Tubes

This British Standard specifies capacities, dimensions and constructional requirements for a range of oblong flat-top cans manufactured from tinplate with nominal filling volumes between 125 ml and 5 litres, intended to contain liquid products. Closure and, where relevant, handle positions are specified but not the type of closure or handle.

NOTE 1. Appendix A gives recommendations on details to be agreed between purchaser and supplier.

NOTE 2. The titles of the publications referred to in this standard are listed on the inside back cover.

Capacities, dimensions and construction for a range of cans between 125 ml and 5 litres.