This document specifies a procedure for assessment of packaging to ensure that the weight and/or volume of its material content is at the minimum commensurate with the maintenance of : functionality throughout the supply and user chain ; safety and hygiene for both product and user/consumer ; acceptability of the packed product to the user/consumer.This document also specifies the methodology and procedure for determining the presence of the four heavy metals named in article 11 of the packaging and packaging waste Directive 94/62/EC and for determining the presence and minimisation of any dangerous substances or preparations if they are present in packagin
EN 13428:2004 history
2004EN 13428:2004 Packaging - Requirements specific to manufacturing and composition - Prevention by source reduction
2000EN 13428:2000 Packaging - Requirements Specific to Manufacturing and Composition - Prevention by Source Reduction