ASTM D4169-04a - 1.10.2004
 
1. Scope

1.1 This practice provides a uniform basis of evaluating, in a laboratory, the ability of shipping units to withstand the distribution environment. This is accomplished by subjecting them to a test plan consisting of a sequence of anticipated hazard elements encountered in various distribution cycles. This practice is not intended to supplant material specifications or existing preshipment test procedures.

1.2 The suitability of this practice for use with hazardous materials has not been determined.

1.3 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in 1.1.

 
2. Referenced Documents

D999-08(2023)

Standard Test Methods for Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers

D996-23

Standard Terminology of Packaging and Distribution Environments

D951-17(2024)

Standard Test Method for Water Resistance of Shipping Containers by Spray Method

D880-92(2021)

Standard Test Method for Impact Testing for Shipping Containers and Systems

D642-25

Standard Test Method for Determining Compressive Resistance of Shipping Containers, Components, and Unit Loads

D5277-22

Standard Test Method for Performing Programmed Horizontal Impacts Using an Inclined Impact Tester

D5487-16(2022)

Standard Test Method for Simulated Drop of Loaded Containers by Shock Machines

Rules and Procedures for Testing of New Loading and Bracing Methods or Materials

MIL-STD-810F

F1327-05

Standard Terminology Relating to Barrier Materials for Medical Packaging (Withdrawn 2007)

D7386-25

Standard Practice for Performance Testing of Packages for Single Parcel Delivery Systems

D6653-01

Standard Test Methods for Determining the Effects of High Altitude on Packaging Systems by Vacuum Method

D6344-04(2024)

Standard Test Method for Concentrated Impacts to Transport Packages

D6179-20(2025)

Standard Test Methods for Rough Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates

D6055-96(2019)

Standard Test Methods for Mechanical Handling of Unitized Loads and Large Shipping Cases and Crates

D5276-19(2023)

Standard Test Method for Drop Test of Loaded Containers by Free Fall

D5265-23

Standard Test Method for Bridge Impact Testing

D4003-98(2024)

Standard Test Methods for Programmable Horizontal Impact Test for Shipping Containers and Systems

D4332-22

Standard Practice for Conditioning Containers, Packages, or Packaging Components for Testing

D4728-17(2022)

Standard Test Method for Random Vibration Testing of Shipping Containers