This specification deals with nationally recognized requirements for the cautionary information to be placed on the label of portable kerosine and diesel containers for consumer use. It is not the intent of this specification to preclude any other labeling requirements, such as those set forth in Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) or other applicable regulations and standards. Information on warning labels which appear on the containers will help ensure the proper information is being presented to the consumer, concerning methods of handling kerosine and diesel fuels.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification establishes nationally recognized requirements for the cautionary information to be placed on the label of portable kerosine and diesel containers for consumer use. It is not the intent of this specification to preclude any other labeling requirements, such as those set forth in Federal Hazardous Substances Act (FHSA) or other applicable regulations and standards.

2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.

ASTM Standards

ES0009

Federal Document

Keywords

diesel containers; diesel storage; flammable liquids containers, portable; kerosine containers; kerosine storage;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 55.140 (Barrels. Drums. Canisters)

Citing ASTM Standards

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