ASTM F1313 PDF

Standard Specification for Volatile N-Nitrosamine Levels in Rubber Nipples on Pacifiers (Withdrawn 2020)

ASTM F1313 – Standard Specification for Volatile N-Nitrosamine Levels in Rubber Nipples on Pacifiers (Withdrawn 2020)

1.1 This specification applies to the nitrosamine content of rubber used in the manufacture of nipples for infant pacifiers.

1.2 This specification does not apply to plastic nipples (on pacifiers).

1.3 The purpose of this specification is to establish a maximum level of allowed nitrosamines in rubber nipples and to outline auniform testing method to determine such level.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.5 The following precautionary statement pertains only to the test method portions, Sections 5, and Appendix X4 of this specification. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associatedwith its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establishappropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability ofregulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazards are given in Appendix X2.