ASTM E702 : 85(1999)

Standard Specification for Municipal Ferrous Scrap

Standard Details

1.1 This specification covers the chemical and physical requirements of municipal ferrous scrap that is intended for use by such industries listed as follows:

1.1.1 Copper industry (precipitation process),

1.1.2 Iron and steel foundries,

1.1.3 Iron and steel production,

1.1.4 Detinning industry, and

1.1.5 Ferroalloy industry.

1.2 Questions concerning material rejection, downgrading, and retesting based on failure to meet the requirements of this specification shall be dealt with through contractual arrangements between the purchaser and the supplier.