ASTM D8373-21 - Standard Guide for Cannabis/Hemp Flower Vaporizers

1.1 This guide is intended to define characteristics, functions, and technologies commonly present in cannabis/hemp flower vaporizers.

1.2 This guide shall apply to vaporizers used to consume the flowers of a cannabis plant regardless of the type of cannabis plant from which they where derived. For the sake of brevity, the term “cannabis” shall be used from now on to refer to any type of cannabis plant (cannabis/hemp).

1.3 This guide will provide clarity to the industry, government, consumers and the public to understand what different features and technologies can be present in cannabis flower vaporizers

1.4 This guide shall be used in conjunction with Classification D8357.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.