CEN/TS 14482:2003

Foreword
Introduction
1 Scope
  1.1 Classification
2 Normative references
3 Terms and definitions
4 Requirements
  4.1 Tray size requirements
  4.2 Tray performance requirements
      4.2.1 Compatibility
      4.2.2 Compression
      4.2.3 Durability
      4.2.4 Closure
      4.2.5 Flammability
      4.2.6 Friction
      4.2.7 Handles/handholes
      4.2.8 Nestability
      4.2.9 Recyclability
      4.2.10 Stackability
      4.2.11 Tare weight
      4.2.12 Temperature resistance
      4.2.13 Weather resistance - water spray exposure
5 Test method
  5.1 Test sampling and tray preparation
  5.2 Test procedures
      5.2.1 Tare weight
      5.2.2 Compatibility test
      5.2.3 Nestability test
      5.2.4 Stackability test
      5.2.5 Friction test
      5.2.6 Temperature resistance test
      5.2.7 Weather resistance - water spray test
      5.2.8 Compression test
      5.2.9 Durability test
  5.3 Test report
Annex A (informative) Sample test report
Bibliography

The standard defines the physical characteristics of a disposable container for letters and flats for exchange within Europe, to use a uniform postal container and to facilitate the exchange of letters within Europe. The dimensions of this "1 level" of container will constitute a first step of standardization. The following features will be defined: - inner dimension compatible with formats; - compatibility between trays and pallets dimensions; - rigidity; - impermeability; - closing; - sealing (optional); - positioning; - label's dimension; - number of cycle of use; - volume of folded containers.