EN 12707:2009
(Main)Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l
Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
Kunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 l
Diese Europäische Norm legt die Merkmale und Maße von Spundfässern aus Kunststoff mit einem
Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 l fest.
Fûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d’une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 l
La présente Norme européenne spécifie les caractéristiques et les dimensions des fûts en matière plastique à
ouverture partielle d'une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 l.
Plastični sodi - Sodi z nesnemljivim pokrovom (ozka odprtina) z nazivno prostornino 210 l in 225 l
Ta evropski standard opredeljuje lastnosti in dimenzije sodov z nesnemljivim pokrovom (ozka odprtina) z nazivno prostornino 210 l in 225 l.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 28-Jul-2009
- Withdrawal Date
- 30-Jan-2010
- Technical Committee
- CEN/TC 261 - Packaging
- Drafting Committee
- CEN/TC 261/SC 5 - Primary packaging and transport packaging
- Current Stage
- 9020 - Submission to 2 Year Review Enquiry - Review Enquiry
- Start Date
- 15-Apr-2026
- Completion Date
- 15-Apr-2026
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Aug-2009
- Effective Date
- 28-Jan-2026
Overview
EN 12707:2009 is a European Standard developed by CEN that defines the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastic drums with nominal capacities of 210 liters and 225 liters. These drums are commonly used for packaging, storage, and transport of liquids, including chemicals and sensitive commodities. The standard ensures consistency in dimensions, materials, closures, and performance to support safety, efficient handling, and regulatory compliance. By adhering to EN 12707:2009, manufacturers and suppliers can guarantee product compatibility and meet market requirements throughout Europe and worldwide.
Key Topics
- Scope and Application: Specifies requirements for tight head plastics drums with 210 l and 225 l capacities.
- Drum Design:
- Circular cross-section, flat or convex ends
- Small openings in the head (≤ 70 mm diameter) for filling and emptying
- Dimensional Requirements:
- Overall diameter, height, and bung housing position precisely defined
- Mass tolerance of ± 4%
- Materials:
- Typically made from high-density polyethylene (HDPE) or other plastics suitable for storage and chemical compatibility
- Permanent material identification marking required
- Closures:
- Two closures per drum, with specific standards for plug/bung closure sizes (e.g., BCS 70 x 6 or BCS 56 x 4)
- Compatibility with EN ISO 20848-3
- Handling and Stacking:
- Options for mechanical handling, robust design with fixed handling rings
- Capable of secure stacking, with or without pallets
- Drainability and Finish:
- Minimum residue after draining (≤ 100 ml under specified test conditions)
- External surface suitable for labelling
- Capacity Measurement: Procedures defined for brimful and total capacity using standardized gravimetric methods
Applications
EN 12707:2009-compliant plastic drums are essential for industries that require reliable, standardized packaging solutions for bulk liquids. Typical applications include:
- Chemical manufacturing and distribution: Safe storage and transport of hazardous and non-hazardous chemicals
- Food and beverage sector: Handling of bulk liquid ingredients and additives
- Pharmaceutical industry: Secure storage of sensitive liquid materials
- Logistics and supply chain: Efficient stacking, palletization, and mechanical handling in warehousing and transport
- Dangerous goods transportation: When combined with regulatory compliance (ADR, RID, IMDG Code, ICAO), suitable for international shipment of hazardous materials
By ensuring standardization, the drums provide compatibility across supply chains, enhance safety, and support traceability through material identification and labelling options.
Related Standards
To ensure full compliance, EN 12707:2009 references and relates to the following standards and regulations:
- EN ISO 20848-3: Packaging - Plug/bung closure systems for plastics drums (113,6 l to 220 l nominal capacity)
- EN ISO 90-2: Determination of dimensions and capacities for light gauge containers
- ADR: European Agreement on the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- ICAO Technical Instructions: For air transport of dangerous goods
- IMDG Code: International Maritime Dangerous Goods Code
These references ensure that drums meeting EN 12707:2009 are suitable for integration into various transportation and safety frameworks for hazardous and non-hazardous products.
Keywords: plastics drums, tight head drums, EN 12707, 210 liter drums, 225 liter drums, packaging standard, CEN, dangerous goods, chemical packaging, drum dimensions, storage container standards, transport drums, HDPE drums.
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Frequently Asked Questions
EN 12707:2009 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Plastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l". This standard covers: This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
This European Standard specifies the characteristics and dimensions of non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l.
EN 12707:2009 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 55.140 - Barrels. Drums. Canisters. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
EN 12707:2009 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN 12707:1999, EN ISO 20848-3:2018. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
EN 12707:2009 is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.D]LYQRKunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumen von 210 l und 225 lFûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d’une capacité nominale de 210 l et 225 lPlastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with a nominal capacity of 210 l and 225 l55.140Barrels. Drums. CanistersICS:Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z:EN 12707:2009SIST EN 12707:2010en,fr,de01-januar-2010SIST EN 12707:2010SLOVENSKI
STANDARDSIST EN 12707:20011DGRPHãþD
EUROPEAN STANDARDNORME EUROPÉENNEEUROPÄISCHE NORMEN 12707July 2009ICS 55.140Supersedes EN 12707:1999
English VersionPlastics drums - Non-removable head (tight head) drums with anominal capacity of 210 l and 225 lFûts en matière plastique - Fûts à ouverture partielle d'unecapacité nominale de 210 l et 225 lKunststofffässer - Spundfässer mit einem Nennvolumenvon 210 l und 225 lThis European Standard was approved by CEN on 27 June 2009.CEN members are bound to comply with the CEN/CENELEC Internal Regulations which stipulate the conditions for giving this EuropeanStandard the status of a national standard without any alteration. Up-to-date lists and bibliographical references concerning such nationalstandards may be obtained on application to the CEN Management Centre or to any CEN member.This European Standard exists in three official versions (English, French, German). A version in any other language made by translationunder the responsibility of a CEN member into its own language and notified to the CEN Management Centre has the same status as theofficial versions.CEN members are the national standards bodies of Austria, Belgium, Bulgaria, Cyprus, Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland,France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal,Romania, Slovakia, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland and United Kingdom.EUROPEAN COMMITTEE FOR STANDARDIZATIONCOMITÉ EUROPÉEN DE NORMALISATIONEUROPÄISCHES KOMITEE FÜR NORMUNGManagement Centre:
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B-1000 Brussels© 2009 CENAll rights of exploitation in any form and by any means reservedworldwide for CEN national Members.Ref. No. EN 12707:2009: ESIST EN 12707:2010
Capacity measurement method for non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums .8A.1Principle .8A.2Apparatus .8A.3Procedure for determination of total capacity .8A.4Procedure for determination of brimful capacity .9A.5Expression of results .9Annex B (normative)
Draining test method for non-removable head (tight head) plastics drums . 10B.1Principle . 10B.2Apparatus . 10B.3Determination of drainability using the top section of the drum (procedure A) . 10B.4Determination of drainability using a complete drum (procedure B) . 10B.5Expression of results . 11Bibliography . 12 SIST EN 12707:2010
circular cross-section packaging with openings for filling and emptying in the head not exceeding 70 mm in diameter 3.2
nominal capacity (NC) capacity in litres which, by convention, is used to represent a class of drums of similar brimful capacities 3.3
brimful capacity (BC) volume of water in litres held by the drum when filled through the filling orifice to the point of overflowing NOTE Annex A specifies the method for measuring brimful capacity.
3.4
total capacity (TC)
volume of water in litres held by the drum when filled completely, i.e. following the removal of any air trapped in the drum NOTE Annex A specifies the method for measuring total capacity. 3.5
overall height (ho) height of the finished drum from the base to the highest point
NOTE See Figure 1. 3.6
overall diameter (do) maximum diameter of the drum, where relevant
NOTE
See Figure 1. 3.7
bung housing position (pb) distance from the centre of the bung housing to the outside of the drum body 50 mm vertically below the top edge of the top handling ring
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