GB13042-2008
Packaging containers - Tinplate aerosol can
包装容器 铁质气雾罐
GB 13042-2008 is a current mandatory Chinese national standard for Packaging containers - Tinplate aerosol can. It appears in the Electronics compliance cluster with a product safety focus and has an implementation date of Mar 1, 2009.
Applicability depends on product scope, certification route, competent authority notices and transition rules. Requst for the translation or verify source before using this record in a compliance decision.
Compliance overview
Scope and applicability
This standard applies to tinplate aerosol cans with a mouth diameter of 25.4mm and a volume not exceeding 1000mL, manufactured from tin-plated or chromium-plated thin steel plates. It covers the terminology, classification, materials, and testing methods for these metal packaging containers. Manufacturers of aerosol products using tinplate cans must comply with this standard to access the Chinese market. It is not applicable to aerosol cans made from alternative materials like aluminum.
Technical requirements
The standard specifies comprehensive requirements for the structural integrity and safety of tinplate aerosol cans. It classifies cans into three-piece and two-piece structures, as well as straight-body and necked-in shapes, with specific diameter specifications. For material and appearance, the base tinplate must comply with GB/T 2520, and the printing quality must meet QB/T 1877. The cans must be free of rust, cracks, and severe mechanical damage, with internal coatings remaining uniform and free of impurities. Regarding coating quality, the standard mandates specific thresholds for inner and outer coating adhesion and outer coating hardness. Furthermore, weld seam coating integrity must be verified to prevent linear or dense corrosion points. Crucially, the standard outlines mandatory pressure resistance requirements categorized for ordinary and high-pressure cans. Compliance with the specified airtightness, deformation pressure, and burst pressure limits is legally enforced. Additionally, the standard introduces requirements for product compatibility and hygiene for cans containing food, cosmetics, or pharmaceuticals.
Testing methods
The standard details several key evaluation procedures to verify compliance. Airtightness testing is conducted using a water bath tester to observe for gas leaks under pressurized conditions. Deformation and burst pressure are measured by hydraulically pressurizing the can to specified limits and observing for permanent deformation or rupture. Other methods include visual inspection under specified lighting, dimensional measurements using calipers, and coating adhesion and hardness tests conducted according to GB/T 1720 and GB/T 6739 respectively. Manufacturers must perform both outgoing and routine type tests to ensure ongoing conformity.
FAQs
What products are regulated under GB 13042-2008?
It applies to tinplate aerosol cans with a mouth diameter of 25.4mm and a volume not exceeding 1000mL, manufactured from tin-plated or chromium-plated thin steel plates.
Are there any significant updates from the previous version, GB 13042-1998?
The updated version explicitly limits the can volume to 1000mL, revises classification methods, adds requirements for product compatibility and hygiene, and adjusts the deformation and burst pressure requirements into two categories: ordinary cans and high-pressure cans.
Does GB 13042-2008 reference any international standards?
Yes, GB 13042-2008 adopts relevant provisions from ISO 90-3:2000(E) for terminology, dimensions, and capacity determination of light-gauge metal containers.
The summary above provides a high-level overview of GB 13042-2008. To ensure complete compliance for your products entering the Chinese market, a precise and professional translation of the full technical specifications is essential. Purchase our high-quality English translation of GB 13042-2008 today to access all detailed parameters, tables, and testing procedures.
Applicability hints
- Type
- Product
- CCS
- A82
- ICS
- 55.140
- Competent department
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
- Technical committee
- Ministry of Industry and Information Technology
Relationships
Replaces:GB 13042-1998