This standard applies to beverage containers rated for an allowable operating pressure of up to 3 bar and with
a nominal volume greater than 100 litres (hereinafter termed "containers").
This standard specifies technical and hygiene requirements and the relevant test methods.
The stipulations of the Gefahrgutverordnung Straβe (German Regulation on the transportation of hazardous
freight by road) and the 14. Verordnung zum Geratesicherheitsgesetz (14th Regulation relating to the German Equipment Safety Act) continue to apply.