ISO 4683-2:1999
(Main)Raw sheep skins — Part 2: Designation and presentation
Raw sheep skins — Part 2: Designation and presentation
This part of ISO 4683 specifies a system for the designation and presentation of fine- and coarse-wooled sheep skins still bearing their wool which are intended for the leather or fur industry. It applies to fresh, raw-dried, wet-salted, dry-salted or pickled sheep skins.
Peaux brutes de moutons — Partie 2: Mode de désignation et de présentation
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 29-Sep-1999
- Technical Committee
- ISO/TC 120/SC 1 - Raw hides and skins, including pickled pelts
- Drafting Committee
- ISO/TC 120/SC 1 - Raw hides and skins, including pickled pelts
- Current Stage
- 9093 - International Standard confirmed
- Start Date
- 11-May-2023
- Completion Date
- 14-Feb-2026
Relations
- Consolidated By
ISO 9902-1:2001/Amd 1:2009 - Textile machinery — Noise test code — Part 1: Common requirements — Amendment 1 - Effective Date
- 06-Jun-2022
Overview
ISO 4683-2:1999 establishes a standardized system for the designation and presentation of raw sheep skins still bearing their wool, specifically for use in the leather and fur industry. This international standard issued by ISO applies to fine- and coarse-wooled sheep skins, encompassing various preservation methods such as fresh, raw-dried, wet-salted, dry-salted, or pickled skins. The main aim is to unify classification and handling processes, improving trade communication and ensuring consistent quality across global markets.
Key Topics
Classification of Sheep Skins:
- Differentiates between lamb skins and sheep skins, with further sub-categories for each based on age, breed, and condition.
- Detailed sub-categories include Astrakhan, Breitschwanz, Lessac, still-born, milk-fed, white (laiton), and weaned (hogget) lamb skins.
- Sheep skins classification includes shorn wool skins and wooled sheep skins, with thickness and fineness of wool as key parameters.
Designation System:
- Specifies exact naming conventions for each type of skin, facilitating clear identification and traceability in the supply chain.
- Adaptable grading system that accounts for regional and buyer-seller requirements.
Presentation Requirements:
- Outlines precise physical preparation and grouping of sheep skins for trade or industrial processing.
- Specifies which parts of the hide are retained or removed, ensuring uniformity and optimal materials for further processing.
- Presentation must be flat with trimmed shanks, the backbone in the center, and excessive fat removed.
Applications
The ISO 4683-2:1999 standard serves crucial roles in:
- Leather Industry: Ensures that suppliers and manufacturers receive and process sheep skins according to consistent criteria, supporting efficient production of high-quality leather goods.
- Fur Industry: Enables reliable sourcing and grading of wool-on skins for garments and accessories, ensuring clear product specifications and origin traceability.
- International Trade: Facilitates standardized communication between exporters, importers, and regulatory agencies, minimizing disputes over product quality and designation.
- Quality Assurance: Provides a reference for quality control processes, enabling inspectors to verify proper skin classification and presentation as per international best practices.
Related Standards
- ISO 4683-1: Descriptions of defects in raw sheep skins, providing complementary guidelines for defect identification and quality grading.
- ISO/TC 120 (Leather, SC 1 - Raw hides and skins): The technical committee responsible for this and related standards, covering various aspects of raw hide and skin processing.
- Other ISO Leather Standards: These may address tanning, preservation, testing, and further processing of raw hides and skins, ensuring a comprehensive approach to industry standardization.
By implementing ISO 4683-2:1999, organizations in the sheep skins supply chain benefit from increased clarity, product quality, and international compliance, driving efficiency and trust across the industry.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ISO 4683-2:1999 is a standard published by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO). Its full title is "Raw sheep skins — Part 2: Designation and presentation". This standard covers: This part of ISO 4683 specifies a system for the designation and presentation of fine- and coarse-wooled sheep skins still bearing their wool which are intended for the leather or fur industry. It applies to fresh, raw-dried, wet-salted, dry-salted or pickled sheep skins.
This part of ISO 4683 specifies a system for the designation and presentation of fine- and coarse-wooled sheep skins still bearing their wool which are intended for the leather or fur industry. It applies to fresh, raw-dried, wet-salted, dry-salted or pickled sheep skins.
ISO 4683-2:1999 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 59.140.20 - Raw skins, hides and pelts. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ISO 4683-2:1999 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ISO 9902-1:2001/Amd 1:2009. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 4683-2
First edition
1999-09-15
Raw sheep skins —
Part 2:
Designation and presentation
Peaux brutes de moutons —
Partie 2: Mode de désignation et de présentation
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Reference number
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies (ISO
member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical
committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in
liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
International Standards are drafted in accordance with the rules given in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 3.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting.
Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards bodies (ISO
member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out through ISO technical
committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical committee has been established has
the right to be represented on that committee. International organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in
liaison with ISO, also take part in the work. ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical
Commission (IEC) on all matters of electrotechnical standardization.
Draft International Standards adopted by the technical committees are circulated to the member bodies for voting.
Publication as an International Standard requires approval by at least 75 % of the member bodies casting a vote.
International Standard ISO 4683-2 was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 120, Leather, Subcommittee
SC 1, Raw hides and skins, including pickled pelts.
ISO 4683 consists of the following parts, under general title Raw sheep skins:
Part 1: Descriptions of defects
Part 2: Designation and presentation
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD © ISO ISO 4683-2:1999(E)
Raw sheep skins —
Part 2:
Designation and presentation
1 Scope
This part of ISO 4683 specifies a system for the designation and presentation of fine- and coarse-wooled sheep
skins still bearing their wool which are intended for the leather or fur industry.
It applies to fresh, raw-dried, wet-salted, dry-salted or pickled sheep skins.
2 Classification and designation
2.1 General
Raw sheep skins (wool-on)
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