ISO 2230-2002 PDF

Full title and description

St ISO 2230-2002 — ISO 2230:2002, "Rubber products — Guidelines for storage". This International Standard gives guidance on inspection, recording, packaging and storage of finished rubber products (vulcanized and thermoplastic) prior to being put into circulation, including recommendations intended to minimise premature ageing and deterioration during storage.

Abstract

ISO 2230:2002 provides practical guidance for the storage of solid and cellular rubber products made from vulcanized or thermoplastic rubber, including recommended environmental conditions, packaging and labelling, stock rotation and inspection procedures. It excludes raw rubber in bale, liquid or particulate form (see ISO 7664 for raw rubber). The standard emphasises packaging as an integral element of controlled storage and identification of material.

General information

• Status: Published (International Standard).
• Publication date: April 2002 (ISO edition 2, published 25 April 2002).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 83.060 (Elastomers / Rubber).
• Edition / version: Edition 2 (2002).
• Number of pages: 11 pages (ISO printed edition). Note: some national adoptions (for example BSI adoption) have different pagination.

Scope

Applies to finished rubber products (solid and cellular) made from vulcanized or thermoplastic rubber prepared from dry raw rubber, latex or other sources, and gives guidelines for their packaging, storage environment and handling prior to distribution. It is not intended for raw rubber in bale, liquid (solution or emulsion) or particulate form; storage guidance for those materials is covered in ISO 7664.

Key topics and requirements

• Recommended storage conditions: temperature control, limiting exposure to ozone, oxygen, sunlight and ultraviolet radiation, and relative humidity management.
• Packaging and wrapping: selection of suitable packaging materials, use of barrier or protective layers where required, and packaging as part of the controlled storage procedure.
• Identification and labelling: clear marking of product identification, batch/lot, manufacturing date, and handling/storage instructions.
• Stock rotation and shelf-life considerations: first-in/first-out (FIFO) practices and monitoring of storage life where specified by product documents.
• Inspection and record-keeping: periodic inspection intervals, acceptance/rejection criteria for stored items, and maintaining storage records.
• Handling, stacking and segregation: recommendations to avoid deformation, contact with incompatible materials, contamination and mechanical damage.
• Cleaning and maintenance of stored items and storage areas to reduce contamination and deterioration risks.

Typical use and users

Used by rubber-product manufacturers, warehouse and logistics managers, quality and production engineers, procurement and purchasing departments, OEM supply-chain teams (automotive, aerospace, industrial goods), repair and maintenance facilities, and standards/quality auditors to ensure appropriate storage practices that preserve product performance and longevity.

Related standards

Commonly referenced standards and documents include ISO 7664 (storage of raw rubber), ISO 1629 (rubber — designation of types), ISO 9000/9001 series (quality management), and various national/adopted versions such as BS ISO 2230:2002 and GB/T 20739 (national equivalents). Other cross-references in practice include standards and technical reports addressing material compatibility, packaging materials and environmental testing.

Keywords

rubber, elastomers, storage, packaging, shelf life, ageing, ozone, humidity, temperature, labelling, inspection, stock rotation, handling

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 2230:2002 is an International Standard giving guidelines for the storage, packaging, inspection and recording procedures for finished rubber products prior to circulation.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers storage conditions (temperature, humidity, light/UV, oxygen/ozone exposure), packaging and labelling, stock rotation, inspection, handling, stacking and segregation for solid and cellular rubber products. It excludes raw rubber in bale, liquid or particulate form.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers of rubber products, warehouse/logistics personnel, quality managers, OEMs (automotive, aerospace, industrial), procurement teams, and standards or compliance auditors.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 2230 was published in April 2002 (Edition 2). It remains the published International Standard; ISO’s records show it is subject to periodic review and, as of 4 March 2024, had been recorded in the ISO lifecycle as "to be revised" (stage 90.92). Users should check the issuing body for any revision or confirmation status updates.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is a standalone guideline within the family of rubber-related ISO documents and is commonly used alongside other ISO standards covering raw rubber (ISO 7664), rubber identification/classification (ISO 1629) and quality management (ISO 9000 series).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Rubber, elastomers, storage, packaging, shelf life, ageing, ozone, humidity, temperature, labelling.