IRAM STANDARDS

STANDARDIZATION OF PLASTIC PRODUCTS

ARGENTINE CHAMBER OF THE PLASTIC INDUSTRY

CAIP(©) With plastic, you can. ® ARGENTINE INSTITUTE
NORMALIZATION
AND CERTIFICATION
INDEX

3. CARPETS
4. TILES
5. BAGS
6. BOTTLES
7. MATTRESSES
8. ELECTRICITY AND ELECTRONIC
14. GEOSYNTHETICS
16. INSULATING MATERIALS
17. ENVIRONMENT
18. MEMBRANES FOR WATERPROOFING
19. PROFILES AND CURTAINS
20. PLASTICS IN SAFETY
22. PIPING COATINGS
23. HEALTH AND PHARMACY
26. GRP TANKS AND TUBES
27. PVC PIPES
29. PE PIPES
30. PP TUBES
31. HOSPITAL PROTECTION CLOTHING

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 Rugs

Rule Qualification

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77001 Carpets and other textile coverings. Definitions.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of the mass per square meter, the thickness and
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77002
density of pile, which can be separated from the basement by pouring.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77003 Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of total thickness.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Wear resistance test. Evaluation with the tread wheel according to
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77012
Lisson.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77013-2 Carpets and other textile coverings. Evaluation of electrostatic behavior. Footstep test.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Evaluation of electrostatic behavior. Determination of electrostatic
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77013-3
charge with a testing machine.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of critical radiant flux using a caloric source of
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77014
radiant energy.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77015 Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of wear. Vettermann drum method.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77016 Carpets and other textile coverings. Evaluation of changes in appearance.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77017 Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of wear. Chair wheel method.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77018 Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of compression deformation under static loading.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of wear resistance of cut edges. Rehearsal with the
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77019
Vettermann drum.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Plates. Determination of the length, squareness and straightness
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77020
of the edges.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Plates. Determination of the variation of measurements and
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77021
arching, due to the effects of wetness and heat.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of the resistance to deterioration of the cut edges of
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77022
rolls and plates. Modified Vettermann Drum Test.

Carpets and other textile coverings. Determination of the height of the pile above the base, without
IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77023
application of load.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77024 Carpets and other textile coverings. Characteristics for the description and identification of products.

IRAM-INTI-CIT G 77101 Rugs. Requirements.

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Tiles

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13425 Poly (vinyl chloride) tiles.

IRAM 13426-1 Plastic tiles. Recommendations for the preparation of the application base.

IRAM 13426-2 Plastic tiles. Test methods to determine humidity in bases for laying plastic tiles.

IRAM 13426-3 Plastic tiles. Recommendations for placement.

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 Plastic bags

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IRAM 13100 cati bags for family waste.
Plastic
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Bottles

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13271 Poly (vinyl chloride) bottles for edible oils.

IRAM 13272 Plastic bottles. Method for determining the tightness of the closure.

IRAM 13273 Plastic bottles. Compression test method.

IRAM 13274 Plastic bottles. Impact test method for cumulative falls.

IRAM 13275 Poly (vinyl chloride) bottles intended to contain edible oils. Accelerated aging determination method.

IRAM 13276
Plastic bottles. Method for determining resistance to fatigue produced by transportation.

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Plastic materials in mattresses

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13150 Polyurethane foam mattresses for family and hotel use.

IRAM 13257 Flexible polyurethane foams for mattresses and upholstery. Method to evaluate fire behavior.

IRAM 13358 Flexible polyurethane foams. Test methods.

IRAM 13375 Flexible polyurethane foams. For general use.

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualification
Cables insulated with polyvinyl chloride (PVC) or insulated with elastomeric thermosetting compound
IRAM-NM 243
for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V. Inspection and reception.

IRAM-NM 244 Insulated conductors and cables. Dry tension test between electrodes.

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulated cables for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V. Part 1:
IRAM-NM 247-1
General Requirements. (IEC 60227-1, Mod.).

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulated cables for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V. Part 2:
IRAM-NM 247-2
Test methods. (IEC 60227-2, Mod.).

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulated cables for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V. Part 3:
IRAM-NM 247-3
Single-core cables (without sheath) for fixed installations. (IEC 60227-3, Mod.)

Polyvinyl chloride (PVC) insulated cables for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V. Part 5:
IRAM-NM 247-5
Flexible cables (cords). (IEC 60227-5, Mod.).

Flexible cables insulated with silicone rubber, unipolar without sheath and multipolar with sheath, heat
IRAM-NM 274
resistant, for nominal voltages up to and including 450/750 V.

IRAM-NM 280 Insulated cable conductors. (IEC 60228, MOD.)

IRAM 2006 Outlets, plugs and plugs. General requirements.

Method for verifying the mechanical characteristics of the insulator of electrical conductors (rubber or
IRAM 2012
substitutes).

IRAM 2021-1 Electric space heaters. Particular security requirements.

IRAM 2021-2 Electric space heaters. Operating requirements.

IRAM 2035-2 Manual electric irons. Operating skills.

IRAM 2035-3 Manual electric irons. Inspection and reception.

IRAM 2039 Flexible copper cables, with textile cover, for household heating appliances.

Plugs for electrical heating appliances. Bipolar, without ground connection and nominal voltage of 220
IRAM 2052
V effective.

IRAM 2053-2 Electric conductors. Isolated and naked. Identification by colors or numbers.

IRAM 2063 Bipolar electrical plugs without ground connection, 10 A, 250 V AC, for home and similar uses.

Connectors for electrical heating devices. Bipolar with ground connection for home use and nominal
IRAM 2064
voltage of 220 V effective.

IRAM 2065 Plugs for electrical heating appliances. Bipolar, with ground connection and nominal voltage of 220 V
effective.

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualification

IRAM 2071 Bipolar outlets with ground connection for use in fixed home installations. 10 A and 20 A, 250 V AC.

IRAM 2073 Bipolar plugs with ground connection for home use. 10 A and 20 A, 250 V AC.

IRAM 2076 Electrical appliance connectors. General requirements.

IRAM 2086 Grounded mating plugs. Bipolar, for home electrical installations and nominal voltage of 220 V
effective.

IRAM 2088 Coupling plugs. Bipolar, without ground connection and nominal voltage of 220 V effective.

IRAM 2092 Safety of household appliances and similar.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2-102: Particular requirements for gas, oil or
IRAM 2092-2-102 (Emr)
solid fuel combustion appliances provided with electrical connections.

Safety of electrical appliances and similar devices. Part 2: Particular requirements for kitchen extractor
IRAM 2092-2-31
hoods.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Particular requirements for centrifugal clothes
IRAM 2092-2-4
wringers.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2: Particular requirements for cookers,
IRAM 2092-2-6
stoves, ovens and similar fixed appliances.

IRAM 2092-2-65 Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Particular requirements for air purifiers.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2-7: Particular requirements for electric washing
IRAM 2092-2-7
machines.

IRAM 2092-2-80 Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2: Particular requirements for fans.

IRAM 2115 Instant appliance heaters. Particular security requirements.

IRAM 2118-2 Electric fans and their speed regulators. Operating requirements.

Domestic refrigeration devices. Part 1: Particular safety requirements for refrigeration appliances and
IRAM 2120-1
ice makers.

IRAM 2149-2 Household appliance vacuum cleaners. Operating requirements.

Cables with copper and aluminum conductors, insulated with impregnated paper and lead sheath. For
IRAM 2160 transportation and distribution of electrical energy with maximum voltages of up to 36 kV.

Preassembled cables with copper conductors insulated with cross-linked polyethylene for
connections, from overhead lines up to 1.1 kV.
IRAM 2164

IRAM 2178 Extruded solid dielectric insulated power cables for nominal voltages from 1.1 kV to 33 kV.

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Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualification
Power cables insulated with extruded solid dielectric. Test methods for insulation and casings
IRAM 2179
(Elastomeric and thermoplastic compounds).

Aluminum and aluminum alloy conductors with steel core of normal mechanical resistance. For
IRAM 2187-1
overhead power lines.

Aluminum and aluminum alloy conductors, both with a high mechanical resistance steel core. For
IRAM 2187-2
overhead power lines.

IRAM 2188 Flexible copper cables with rubber insulation and wrapping.

IRAM 2212 Aluminum alloy electrical conductors. For overhead power lines.

IRAM 2239 Electrical extension cords for domestic use and similar, rollable and non-rollable.

Pre-assembled cables with aluminum conductors insulated with cross-linked polyethylene for
IRAM 2263
overhead lines up to 1.1 kV.

IRAM 2268 Cables with copper conductors insulated with thermoplastic material based on polyvinyl chloride
(PVC). For remote electrical control, signaling, measurement, protection and commands with nominal
voltages up to and including 1.1 kV, protected

IRAM 2294-1 Appliances dishwashers. Particular security requirements.

IRAM 2294-2 Appliances dishwashers. Operating requirements.

IRAM 2313 Appliance hot water tanks. Particular security requirements.

Accessories for fixed low voltage electrical installations. Boxes of insulating material, smooth, for
IRAM 2346 (Emr)
embedding.

IRAM 2350 Lightweight naval cable with copper conductors insulated with thermoplastic material based on
polyvinyl chloride. For signaling and command on military vessels with nominal voltages up to 500 V,
with simple shielding.

IRAM 2352
Shielded cables with copper conductors insulated with an ethylene-propylene rubber mixture. For
naval use in fixed installations on board, with nominal voltages up to 1.1 kV, inclusive.

Connectors for electrical heating devices. Bipolar, without ground connection, for home use and
IRAM 2368
nominal voltage 220 V effective.

Power cables with extruded insulation for voltages greater than 30 kV (Um=36 kV) and up to 150 kV
IRAM 2381-1
(Um=170 kV). Part 1:Constructive characteristics.

Heat-resistant, mechanically protected silicone rubber insulated conductors for voltages up to 500 V
IRAM 2382
ac

IRAM 2397 Portable electric immersion heaters. Particular security requirements.

IRAM 4029 Electronic devices for domestic use and similar. General security conditions.

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualification

IRAM-IEC 60309-1 Plugs, sockets and connectors for industrial use. Part 1: General requirements.

Plugs, sockets and connectors for industrial use. Part 2: Dimensional interchangeability requirements
IRAM-IEC 60309-2
for contact nipples and tubes.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 1: Test on a vertical insulated conductor or
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-1
cable.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-10
Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-10: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
bundles in a vertical position - Test equipment.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-21: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-21
bundles in a vertical position - Category AF/R.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-22: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-22
bundles in a vertical position - Category A.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-23: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-23
bundles in a vertical position - Category B.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-24: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-24
bundles in a vertical position - Category C.

Test methods for electrical cables subjected to fire. Part 3-25: Vertical flame propagation test on cable
IRAM-NM-IEC 60332-3-25
bundles in a vertical position - Category D.

IRAM-NM 60335-1 Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 1 - General requirements.

IRAM-NM 60335-2-3 Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for electric irons.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2-34 - Particular requirements for motor
IRAM-NM 60335-2-34
compressors.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for floor treatment devices
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-10
and wet floor cleaning devices.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for fryers, frying pans and
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-13
similar appliances.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for vacuum cleaners and
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-2
water suction cleaning devices.

Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for skin and hair care
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-23
devices.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2 - Particular requirements for microwave
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-25
ovens.

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-43 Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for clothes dryers and
towel dryers.

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualifi
cation
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-45 Safety of household appliances and similar. Part 2 - Particular requirements for portable and similar
heating tools.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2 - Particular requirements for shavers, hair
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-8
clippers and similar devices.

Safety of household appliances and similar devices. Part 2 - Particular requirements for toasters,
IRAM-NM-IEC 60335-2-9
grills, roasting pots and similar appliances.

Switches for fixed, home and similar electrical installations. Part 1: General requirements. (IEC
IRAM-NM 60669-1
60669-1, MOD)

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-1-1 Common test methods for electrical cable insulation and wrapping materials. Part 1: Methods for
general application. Section 1: Measurement of thicknesses and exterior dimensions. Tests for the
determination of mechanical properties.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-1-2
Common test methods for electrical cable insulation and wrapping materials. Part 1: Methods for
general application. Section 2: Thermal aging methods.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-1-3 Common test methods for electrical cable insulation and wrapping materials. Part 1: Methods for
general application. Section 3: Methods for density determination. Water absorption tests. Shrinkage
test.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-1-4
Common test methods for insulation and wrapping materials for electrical and optical cables. Part 1:
Methods for general application. Section 4: Low temperature tests.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-2-1 Common test methods for insulation and wrapping materials for electrical and optical cables. Part 2:
Specific methods for elastomeric materials. Section 1: Ozone resistance, hot elongation and mineral
oil resistance tests.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-3-1 Common test methods for insulation and wrapping materials for electrical and optical cables. Part 3:
Specific application methods for PVC compounds.
Section 1: High temperature pressure test. Resistance tests to f

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-3-2
Common test methods for insulation and wrapping materials for electrical and optical cables. Part 3:
Specific application methods for PVC compounds. Section 2: Mass loss test - Thermal stability test.

IRAM-NM-IEC 60811-4-1
Common test methods for electrical cable insulation and wrapping materials. Part 4: Specific
methods for polyethylene and polypropylene compounds. Section 1: Resistance to cracking due to
environmental action - Winding test after thermal aging in air - Measurement of the fluidity index -
Determination of the content of carbon black and/or mineral fillers in the polyethylene.

IRAM-NM 60884-1 “Plates and outlets for domestic and similar uses. Part 1: General requirements. (IEC 60884-1:1994,
MOD)”

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 Plastics in the electrical and electronic industry

Rule Qualification

Power and control and command cables with extruded insulation, low smoke emission and halogen-
IRAM 62266
free (LSOH), for a nominal voltage of 1 kV.

IRAM 62267
Single-core copper cables, for indoor fixed electrical installations, insulated with low-smoke and
halogen-free (LSOH) materials, without outer sheath, for nominal voltages up to 450/750 V, inclusive.

IRAM 62386-1
Pipe systems and accessories for low-voltage and complementary electrical installations (telephony,
audio, video, computing, and others). Part 1 - General requirements.

IRAM 62386-21 Pipe systems and accessories for low-voltage and complementary electrical installations (telephony,
audio, video, computing, and others). Part 2 - Particular requirements. Section 21 - Particular
requirements for rigid pipe systems.

IRAM 62386-22 Pipe systems and accessories for low-voltage and complementary electrical installations (telephony,
audio, video, computing, and others). Part 2 - Particular requirements. Section 22 - Particular
requirements for bendable pipe systems, incl.

IRAM 62386-23 Pipe systems and accessories for low-voltage and complementary electrical installations (telephony,
audio, video, computing, and others). Part 2 - Particular requirements. Section 23 - Particular
requirements for flexible pipe systems.

IRAM 62386-24 Pipe systems and accessories for low-voltage and complementary electrical installations (telephony,
audio, video, computing, and others). Part 2 - Particular requirements. Section 24 - Particular
requirements for buried pipe systems.

Cables for aerial connection with concentric neutral insulated with cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE)
IRAM 63001
for nominal voltages up to Uo/U = 0.6/1 kV.

Single-core cables for distribution and aerial service insulated with cross-linked polyethylene (XLPE)
IRAM 63002
for nominal voltages up to Uo/U = (0.6/1) kV.

IRAM 63003 Bare aluminum electrical conductors. For overhead power lines.

“Preassembled cables for overhead distribution of electrical energy for nominal voltages (U) of 13.2
IRAM 63004
kV and 33 kV.”

Protected-non-insulated unipolar cables, for overhead power lines with nominal voltages (U) from
IRAM 63005
13.2 kV to 33 kV (Um = 36 kV).

IRAM 63074 Electrical or electronic devices for maneuvering, controlling, signaling, feeding and/or protecting
household electrical installations for domestic and similar uses. General electrical safety
requirements.

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 Geosynthetics

Rule Qualification

IRAM 78001 Geosynthetics. Terminology.

IRAM 78002 Geotextiles. Determination of mass per unit area.

IRAM 78003 Geotextiles and related products. Taking samples and preparing specimens for testing.

Geotextiles and related products. Determination of thickness at preset pressures. Part 1: Individual
IRAM 78004-1
layers.

Geotextiles and related products. Determination of thickness at preset pressures. Part 2: Individual
IRAM 78004-2
layers of multi-layer products.

IRAM 78005 Geotextiles and related products. On-site identification.

IRAM 78006 “Geosynthetics. Determination of the filtration opening (apparent pore size) of geotextiles.

Geotextiles and related products. Determination of water permeability characteristics normal to the
IRAM 78007
plane, without load.

IRAM 78009 Geotextiles and related products. Dynamic drilling test (cone drop test).

IRAM 78010 Geotextiles and related products. Determination of planar permeability characteristics.

IRAM 78011 Geotextiles and geotextile-related products. Static penetration test (CBR piston).

IRAM 78012 Geotextiles and related products. Tensile test with wide specimens.

IRAM 78013 Geotextiles and related products. Tensile test of joints and seams by the wide band method.

Geotextiles and related products. Determination of the friction coefficient between a geosynthetic and
IRAM 78014
the soil or another geosynthetic, using the direct shear method.

IRAM 78015 Geotextiles and related products. Determination of creep properties under compression.

IRAM 78016 Geosynthetics. Determination of tensile creep behavior and tensile creep failure.

IRAM 78017 Geosynthetics. Determination of trapezoidal tear resistance for geotextiles.

Geosynthetics. Determination of the tensile strength of nonwoven geotextiles under concentrated load
IRAM 78018
by the grab test method.

IRAM 78019 Geosynthetics. Determination of the deterioration of geotextiles due to exposure to ultraviolet radiation
and water using xenon arc type equipment.

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Geosynthetics

Rule Qualification

Geosynthetics. Determination of the clogging potential of the geotextile-soil system, based on the gradient
IRAM 78020
relationship.

IRAM 78026 Geosynthetics. Classification, functions and uses.

IRAM 78027 Geosynthetics. Determination of asphalt retention by geotextiles used in asphalt paving throughout its width.

IRAM 78028 “Geomembranes. Aging of polyolefin geomembranes in a mechanical convection oven.

IRAM 78029 Geomembranes. Determination of the integrity of the joints made on site, by chemical welding.

IRAM 78031 Guide for the design of geosynthetics or geotextiles in subsurface drainage systems.

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Insulating materials

Rule Qualification

IRAM 1737 Thermal insulating materials. cellular plastics. Determination of apparent density.

IRAM 1738 Expanded polystyrene blocks for floors.

IRAM 1744 Thermal insulating materials. Rigid polyurethane foam panels and sheets. Requirements.

IRAM 1745 Thermal insulating materials. cellular plastics. Determination of compression for rigid materials.

IRAM 1746 Thermal insulating materials. cellular plastics. Dimensional stability test.

IRAM 1747
Thermal insulating materials. cellular plastics. Determination of the temperature that produces permanent
deformation in rigid materials subjected to a compression load.

IRAM 1748 Thermal insulating materials. Application by in situ projection of rigid polyurethane foam. Requirements.

IRAM 1749 Thermal insulating materials. cellular plastics. Determination of apparent density by water displacement.

IRAM 1858 Thermal insulating materials. Rigid expanded polystyrene foam. Requirements.

IRAM 1859 Thermal insulating materials. Rigid extruded polystyrene foam. Requirements.

Thermal insulating materials. Determination of water absorption in cellular plastics for use in thermal
IRAM 1861
insulation.

Thermal insulating materials. Determination of solvent absorption in rigid polyurethane foam for use in
IRAM 1862
thermal insulation.

IRAM 1863 Thermal insulating materials. Determination of closed cell content in cellular plastics.

IRAM 1864 Thermal insulating materials. Shear test, and determination of the creep coefficient, for the core material
(rigid polyurethane foam, rigid expanded polystyrene foam, and rock or glass mineral wool) of insulating
panels t

Welded steel wire mesh panels, with expanded polystyrene plates for the construction of structural or
IRAM 5182
enclosure panels.

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 Plastic Materials and the
environment

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IRAM 29420 cati
Biodegradable and/or compostable plastic materials. Terminology
on
Environmental Quality. Biodegradable and/or compostable plastic materials. Requirements for
IRAM 29421
containers and packaging that can be recovered through composting and biodegradation. ( in study)

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Membranes for waterproofing

Rule Qualification

IRAM 12630 Roof waterproofing systems. Pre-made polyvinyl chloride (PVC) membranes

Roof waterproofing. Recommended practice for the placement of pre-made polyvinyl chloride (PVC)
IRAM 12631
membranes.

IRAM 12632 Roof waterproofing systems. Pre-made polyvinyl chloride (PVC) membranes. Suitable for outdoors.

IRAM 12820 High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs.

IRAM 12821 High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs. Determination of dimensional variation.

High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs. Rapid determination of water vapor
IRAM 12822
permeability.

High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs. Determination of resistance to dynamic
IRAM 12823
punching.

High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs. Determination of resistance to static
IRAM 12824
punching.

IRAM 12825 High-density polyethylene non-woven membranes for pitched roofs. Tear resistance test.

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 PVC profiles - Roller blinds

Rule Qualification

Construction carpentry. Non-plasticized PVC profiles for the manufacture of exterior doors and
IRAM 11983
windows. Requirements and test methods.

Construction carpentry. Non-plasticized PVC profiles for the manufacture of exterior doors and
IRAM 11984
windows. Inspection and reception.

IRAM 13010 Rigid PVC profiles for roller blinds. Impact resistance determination method

IRAM 13011 Plastic profiles for roller blinds. Method for determining snagging resistance.

IRAM 13012 Plastic profiles for roller blinds. Opacity assessment method.

IRAM 13013 Rigid PVC profiles for roller blinds. Dimensional stability determination method

IRAM 13014 Plastic profiles for roller blinds. Measurement determination method.

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 Plastics in safety

Rule Qualification

IRAM 113095 Polyurethane compounds for soles and heels of safety footwear.

IRAM 13300 Plasticized poly (vinyl chloride) gloves for general use.

IRAM 3620 Protective helmets for industrial use.

IRAM 3630-1 Eye protectors. Definitions. Classification and use.

IRAM 3630-10 Eye protectors. Part 10: Sun protection filters for work use.

IRAM 3630-2 Eye protectors. Non-optical test methods.

IRAM 3630-3 Eye protectors. Optical test methods.

Eye protectors. Filters for welding and related techniques. Transmission coefficient (transmittance)
IRAM 3630-4
specifications and recommended use.

Eye protectors. Ultraviolet filters. Transmission coefficient (transmittance) specifications and

IRAM 3630-5
recommended use.

Eye protectors. Infrared filters. Transmission coefficient (transmittance) specifications and

IRAM 3630-6
recommended use.

IRAM 3630-7 Eye protectors. General requirements.

IRAM 3630-8 Eye protectors. Filters against laser radiation.

IRAM 3630-9 Eye protectors. Protective glasses for adjustment work on lasers and laser systems.

IRAM 3647-1 Respiratory protective equipment for gaseous or vapor contaminants. Airtightness with the user's face.

IRAM 3647-2 Respiratory protection equipment for particles. Face adapters. Airtightness with the user's face.

Respiratory protection equipment, dependent on the environment, for particle retention.

IRAM 3648
Requirements.

Respiratory protection equipment, dependent on the environment, for the retention of gases and
IRAM 3649-1
vapors and gases and vapors with particles. Requirements.

IRAM 3649-2 Respiratory protection equipment, dependent on the environment for the retention of gases and
vapors and gases and vapors with particles. Inspection and test methods.

IRAM 3650 Respiratory protective equipment. Face adapters. Valve tightness test method.

Respiratory protection equipment, dependent on the environment, for particle retention. Inspection
IRAM 3653
and test methods.

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 Plastics in safety

IRAM 4126-1 Auditive protectors. Safety requirements and tests. Part 1: Covers

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 Plastics in safety

Rule Qualification

IRAM 4126-2 Auditive protectors. Safety requirements and tests. Part 2: Earplugs

Auditive protectors. Safety requirements and tests. Part 3: Covers attached to safety helmets for
IRAM 4126-3
industrial use.

IRAM 3574 Safety protection in machinery. Injection molding machines for plastic and rubber materials.

IRAM-NM 300-1 Toy Safety. Part 1: General, mechanical and physical properties.

IRAM-NM 300-2 Toy Safety. Part 2: Flammability.

IRAM-NM 300-3 Toy Safety. Part 3: Migration of certain elements.

IRAM-NM 300-4 Toy Safety. Part 4: Chemical experiment games and related activities.

IRAM-NM 300-5 Toy Safety. Part 5: Chemical toys other than experiment sets.

IRAM-NM 300-6 Toy Safety. Part 6: Safety of electric toys.

IRAM 3617-1 Safety in contained soft games. Part 1 - General mechanical and physical properties.

IRAM 3590 Containers resistant to opening by children. Model approval.

IRAM 3536 Plastic retroreflective studs.

IRAM 3952 Warning signs. High intensity retroreflective sheets.

IRAM 3953 Warning signs. High elongation retroreflective sheets.

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Plastic coatings for steel pipes and cords

Rule Qualification
Epoxy coatings applied in powder form to steel pipes for buried or submerged pipes, with cathodic protection.
IRAM 1451-1
Requirements.

IRAM 1451-2 Epoxy coatings applied in powder form on steel pipes for buried or submerged pipes. Part 2 - Test methods.

Epoxy coatings applied in powder form on steel pipes for buried or submerged pipes. Powder coating
IRAM 1451-3
requirements.

Epoxy coatings applied in powder form to steel pipes for gas conduction in internal installations, without
IRAM 1452
cathodic protection. Requirements.

IRAM 1453 Epoxy coatings applied in powder form on steel or cast iron accessories for internal pipes.

IRAM 1454 Three-layer polyethylene and polypropylene coatings applied by extrusion to steel tubes.

IRAM 1455 Two-layer polyethylene coating applied by extrusion on steel tubes.

Tapes and heat-shrinkable materials for the anti-corrosion protection of steel pipes, joints and accessories.
IRAM 1456-1
Part 1: Tapes.

Tapes and heat-shrinkable materials for the anti-corrosion protection of steel pipe joints and accessories.
IRAM 1456-2
Part 2: Heat shrinkable materials.

Tapes and heat-shrinkable materials for the anti-corrosion protection of steel pipe joints and accessories.
IRAM 1456-3
Part 3 - Test methods.

IRAM 5170 Seven-wire, non-adherent strands (greased and sheathed) for prestressed concrete structures.

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Plastics in health

Rule Qualification

IRAM 3584-2 Pacifiers. Safety requirements and test methods. Part 2: Chemical safety.

IRAM 37019-1
Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Directives for the design, construction specifications,
operating conditions and maintenance of the processing area.

IRAM 37019 - 2 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Directives relating to suitability,
the responsibility, hygiene and clothing of the staff in the production area.

IRAM 37019 - 3 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Guidelines for the design,
maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the production area.

IRAM 37019 - 4 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Directives for making the
documentation and records related to the production area.

IRAM 37019 - 5 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Directives for labeling and packaging.
IRAM 37019 - 6 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Directives for quality assurance.

IRAM 37019 - 7 Biomedical devices. Good manufacturing practices. Laboratory Guidelines

quality control.

IRAM 37020 - 1 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for the design, construction specifications, operating conditions and maintenance of the processing
area.

I RAM 37020 - 2 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives regarding the suitability, responsibility, hygiene and clothing of production area personnel.

IRAM 37020 - 3 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for the design, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the production area.

IRAM 3 7 020 -4 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for preparing documentation and records related to the production area.

IRAM 37020 - 5 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for labeling and packaging.

IRAM 37020 - 6 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for quality assurance.

IRAM 37020 - 7 Textile materials for medicinal and/or hygienic use. Good manufacturing practices.
Directives for the quality control laboratory.

IRAM 37021 - 1 Biological evaluation of biomedical devices. Part 1: Evaluation and tests.

IRAM 37021-2 Biological evaluation of biomedical devices. Requirements concerning protection

of the animals.

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Rule Qualification
Biological evaluation of biomedical devices. Genotoxicity, carcinogenicity and reproductive and
IRAM 37021-3
developmental toxicity assays.

IRAM 37021-4 Biological evaluation of medical devices. Part 4 - Selection of blood interaction assays.

IRAM 3915 Baby bottles. Safety requirements and recommendations for use.

IRAM 7795-1 Textile materials for medicinal use. Disposable diapers for adults. Requirements.

IRAM 7795-2 Textile materials for medicinal use. Disposable diapers for adults. Test methods.

IRAM 7796-1 Textile materials for medicinal use. Disposable baby diapers. Part 1: Requirements.

IRAM 7796-2 Textile materials for medicinal use. Disposable baby diapers. Part 2: Test methods.

IRAM 7798-1 Textile materials for medicinal use. Feminine towels for periodic use. Requirements.

IRAM 7798-2 Textile materials for medicinal use. Feminine towels for periodic use. Test methods.

IRAM 7799 Disposable breast protectors. Requirements.

Sterile plastic equipment for the extraction of blood intended for transfusions, for use with a vacuum
IRAM 9021
glass bottle and for single use.

IRAM 9022 Sterile plastic equipment for the transfusion of blood or blood products, for single use.

IRAM 9023 Sterile plastic kits for the administration of parenteral solutions, for single use only.

IRAM 9024 Sterile plastic probes, for single use only.

IRAM 9025-1 Plastic material for medicinal use. Biological test methods: toxicological tests.

IRAM 9025-2 Plastic material for medicinal use. Biological test methods: Bacterial pyrogen and endotoxin assays.

IRAM 9025-3 Plastic material for medicinal use. Biological test methods. Sterility tests.

IRAM 9026 Plastic material equipment for medicinal use. Physicomechanical and chemical test methods.

IRAM 9027 Sterile percutaneous canalizers with fins, for single use only.

IRAM 9028-1 Sterile plastic bags for blood and blood components. Part 1: Requirements.

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 Plastics in health

Rule Qualification

IRAM 9028-2 Sterile plastic bags for blood and blood components. Part 2: Test methods.

IRAM 9032 Sterile hypodermic syringes for single use. Syringes for manual use.

IRAM 9037
Sterile disposable syringes, made of plastic, for insulin. Characteristics and test methods.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37205 Anesthesiology. Reservoir bag for anesthesia.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37208-1 Anesthesiology. Part 1: Basic equipment for operating rooms and delivery rooms.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37208-2 Anesthesiology. Basic equipment for post-anesthesia recovery rooms.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37210 Anesthesiology. Breathing tubes to be used with anesthesia devices and respirators.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37214 Anesthesiology. Connectors and flexible hoses for low pressure. For use in medical gas systems.

IRAM-FAAAAR AB 37224 Anesthesiology. Terminal units for use in medical gas piping systems.

Surgical Implants

IRAM 9411 (Exp) Surgical implants. Ultra-high relative molecular mass polyethylene *. Powder (*commonly called
“molecular weight”).

IRAM 9411-1
Surgical implants. Ultra-high molecular mass polyethylene**. Part 1 - Powdered. Requirements and
test methods. (**Also known as ultra-high molecular weight)

IRAM 9411-2
Surgical implants. Ultra-high molecular mass polyethylene**. Part 2 - Molding. Requirements and test
methods. (**Also known as ultra-high molecular weight)

Surgical implants. Ultra relative molecular mass polyethylene *. Molded (*Commonly known as
IRAM 9412 (Exp)
“molecular weight”).

IRAM 9421-2
Surgical implants. Partial and total prostheses for the knee joint. Femoral and tibial components. Part
2: Requirements for metallic, polymeric and ceramic articular surfaces.

IRAM 9421-3 Surgical implants. Partial and total prostheses for the knee joint. Part 3 - Determination of the fatigue
properties of the tibial endplates of total prostheses.

IRAM 9422-2 Surgical implants. Partial and total prostheses for the hip joint. Part 2: Joint contact surfaces. Metallic,
polymeric and ceramic.

IRAM 9424 Surgical implants. Acrylic resin cements.

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GRP pipes and tanks

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13211 Unsaturated polyester resin tanks with fiberglass (PRFV) to reserve drinking water for home use.

IRAM 13212 Unsaturated polyester tanks reinforced with fiberglass. Underground tanks for petroleum products.

Unsaturated polyester tanks reinforced with fiberglass. Recommendations for the installation of
IRAM 13213
underground tanks.

IRAM 13431 Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass, intended for the transport of water and sewage
liquids, with or without pressure. Measures.

Unsaturated polyester tubes, reinforced with fiberglass, intended for the transport of water and
IRAM 13432
sewage liquids, with or without pressure.

IRAM 13433
Fiberglass reinforced plastic tubes. Determination of chemical resistance under strain stress.

IRAM 13435-1 Unsaturated polyester reinforced with fiberglass. Determination of free styrene. Part 1: By titration,
with Wijs reagent.

Unsaturated polyester reinforced with fiberglass. Determination of free styrene. Part 2: By gas phase
IRAM 13435-2
chromatography.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass. Determination of resistance to axial

IRAM 13436
compression.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass (PRFV). Determination of longitudinal tensile
IRAM 13437
properties.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass (PRFV). Determination of circumferential tensile
IRAM 13438
strength.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass. Determination of the initial specific tangential
IRAM 13439
stiffness (STIS).

IRAM 13440 Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass. Determination of the tightness of the joint.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass. Procedure directives for carrying out
IRAM 13480
underground installations of pipes and connecting pieces.

Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass (PRFV). Criteria and requirements for the
IRAM 13483
design of buried pipes.

IRAM 13484 Unsaturated polyester tubes reinforced with fiberglass (PRFV). Basis of hydrostatic design.

IRAM13211 Unsaturated polyester resin tanks with fiberglass (PRFV) to reserve drinking water for home use.

IRAM 13212
Unsaturated polyester tanks reinforced with fiberglass. Underground tanks for petroleum products.
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 PVC pipes

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13317 Thermoplastic tubes and accessories. Determination of the Vicat softening temperature.

Rigid poly(vinyl chloride) connection pieces for tubes of the same material, intended for the conduction
IRAM 13324
of fluids under pressure. Measurements, test methods and characteristics.

IRAM 13325 Non-plasticized poly (vinyl chloride) pipes for ventilation, sewage and storm drains. Measures.

IRAM 13326
Non-plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes for ventilation, storm drains and sewage.

IRAM 13331-1 Injection molded rigid polyvinyl chloride vent, storm drain and sewer connection pieces.

Rigid polyvinyl chloride connection pieces for ventilation, storm drains and sewers, molded from rigid
IRAM 13331-2
polyvinyl chloride tubing.

IRAM 13347 Thermoplastic tubes and accessories. Determination of ashes.

IRAM 13349 Thermoplastic material tubes. Measurements and nominal pressures.

Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tubes intended for the transport of liquids under pressure.
IRAM 13350
Measures.

IRAM 13351 Non-plasticized poly (vinyl chloride) tubes, intended for the transport of liquids under pressure.

IRAM 13352 Plastic pipes for carrying drinking water. Bromatological requirements.

IRAM 13374 Non-plasticized poly (vinyl chloride) pipes and union sleeves for underground telephone conduits.

IRAM 13386 Thermoplastic tubes and accessories. Determination of density.

Unplasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) tubes. Determination of resistance to long-term internal

IRAM 13397
hydrostatic pressure.

IRAM 13399 Thermoplastic material tubes. Determination of measurements.

Injected rigid polyvinyl chloride connection pieces. Conical plug for rigid poly(vinyl chloride) tubes
IRAM 13429
intended for the conduction of petroleum gases.

IRAM 13442-1 Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Guidelines for use to make cemented fixed joints.

IRAM 13442-2 Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Procedural guidelines for making sliding removable joints.

IRAM 13445 Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. General guidelines for correct handling, loading and unloading,
transportation, storage and stowage.

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PVC pipes

Rule Qualification

IRAM 13446-1
Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Procedure guidelines for carrying out underground installation of pipes and
connecting parts. Excavation and preparation of trenches.

IRAM 13446-2
Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Procedure guidelines for carrying out underground installation of pipes and
connecting parts. Preparation and laying of the pipeline.

IRAM 13446-3
Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Procedural guidelines for carrying out underground installation of pipes and
connecting pieces that do not carry flammable gases. Filling of trenches.

Rigid polyvinyl chloride tubes. Procedure directives for carrying out underground installations. Hydrostatic
IRAM 13446-4
pressure resistance test method.

Non-plasticized polyvinyl chloride (PVC) pipes for ventilation pipes, storm drains and gravity sewers, for
IRAM 13447
home use.

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 Polyethylene Pipes

Rule Qualification
Low-density polyethylene (PE-BD) pipes sized by inner diameter. Measurements, requirements and
IRAM 13330
test methods.

Cross-linked polyethylene (PE-X) tubes for the transport of cold and hot water under pressure. Part 1:
IRAM 13343-1
Measurements and nominal pressures.

Cross-linked polyethylene (PE-X) tubes for transporting cold and hot water under pressure. Part 2:
IRAM 13343-2
Requirements and test methods.

IRAM 13485
Polyethylene (PE) pipes for water supply or sewage liquid conduction under pressure. Requirements.

High-density polyethylene (PE-AD) pipes and accessories for buried sewage and drainage systems.
IRAM 13486
Requirements.

Connection pieces made of thermoplastic material, with spikes, for low-density polyethylene (PE-BD)
IRAM 13493
pipes. Measurements and requirements.

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Polypropylene Pipes

Rule Qualification
Polypropylene piping systems for interfusion joining. Polypropylene tubes for transporting liquids under
IRAM 13470
pressure. Measurements and nominal pressures.

Polypropylene piping systems. Polypropylene tubes for interfusion union, for transporting potable or non-
IRAM 13471
drinking water, under pressure. Requirements.

IRAM 13472-1
Polypropylene tubes. Polypropylene connection pieces, for interfusion union, with tubes of the same material,
for the conduction of liquids under pressure. Part 1: Measurements.

IRAM 13472-2
Polypropylene tubes. Polypropylene connection pieces, for interfusion union, with tubes of the same material,
for the transport of liquids under pressure. Part 2: Requirements and test methods.

IRAM 13473 Polypropylene tubes for threaded union intended for the transport of liquids under pressure.

Thermoplastic tubes. Polypropylene mounting parts for household sewage pipe connections. Measurements,
IRAM 13474
requirements and test methods.

IRAM 13476-1 Polypropylene pipes for storm and sewage drains. Measures.

IRAM 13476-2 Polypropylene pipes for storm drains and household sewage. Requirements and test methods.

Polypropylene connection pieces, with threaded union, for tubes of the same material, intended for the
IRAM 13478-1
transport of liquids under pressure. Part 1: Measurements.

IRAM 13478-2
Polypropylene connection pieces, with threaded union, for tubes of the same material, intended for the
transport of liquids under pressure. Part 2: Requirements and test methods.

Polypropylene tubes for threaded union intended for the transport of liquids under pressure. Nominal and
IRAM 13479
measured pressures.

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 Hospital protective clothing

Rule Qualification

IRAM 37712 Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of tear resistance.

IRAM 37713 Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of thickness.

IRAM 37714 Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of mass.

Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of tensile strength and elongation at
IRAM 37715
break.

Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of resistance to water penetration under
IRAM 37716
hydrostatic pressure.

IRAM 37718 Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of resistance to surface wetting.

Hospital protective clothing. Non-woven fabrics. Determination of air permeability with an apparatus
IRAM 37719-1
with oil pressure gauges.

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