BS 6920-2.2.2:2000+A1:2014

This standard BS 6920-2.2.2:2000+A1:2014 Suitability of non-metallic products for use in contact with water intended for human consumption with regard to their effect on the quality of the water is classified in these ICS categories:

• 13.060.20 Drinking water

This subsection of BS 6920 describes a method designed to assess the ability of  multi-layered  hoses (including reinforcements) and  pipes  to impart a discernible odour or flavour to water intended for human consumption.

NOTE 1 A modified test for use with hoses intended for use in conveying water for food and drink preparation is described in BS 6920‑2.2.3.

NOTE 2  Under the relevant National Regulations [1] to [7], the National Regulator may specify additional provisions in some cases and will assess the significance of the results obtained