BS EN 12913:2012

This standard BS EN 12913:2012 Products used for treatment of water intended for human consumption. Powdered diatomaceous earth is classified in these ICS categories:

• 71.100.80 Chemicals for purification of water
• 13.060.20 Drinking water

This European Standard is applicable to powdered diatomaceous earth used for treatment of water intended for human consumption. It describes the characteristics of powdered diatomaceous earth and specifies the requirements and the corresponding test methods for powdered diatomaceous earth and gives information on its use in water treatment. It also determines the rules relating to safe handling and use of powdered diatomaceous earth (see Annex B).