BS 6920-3:2000

This standard BS 6920-3:2000 Suitability of non-metallic products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water is classified in these ICS categories:

• 13.060.20 Drinking water

This part of BS 6920 describes methods designed to assess the ability of a non-metallic product to affect hot and boiling water intended for human consumption by imparting a discernible odour or flavour, or any noticeable colour or turbidity. It is also applicable in assessing the leachability in hot or boiling water of metals from non-metallic products and the extraction from such products of substances that may be of concern to public health. It is not applicable to the test for growth of aquatic microorganisms (see BS 692-2.4). Products used exclusively in industrial or steam services are excluded.