IS 2530 : 1963

Methods of Sampling of Paints, Varnishes and Related Products

ASTM D3925 · ISO 15528
CurrentSpecializedTesting MethodMaterials Science · Painting, Coatings and Surface Finishing
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Summary

IS 2530 provides standardized methods for sampling paints, varnishes, and related products. It specifies how to select containers from a lot, how to extract representative samples, and how to prepare samples for testing per IS 101.

Methods for sampling paints, varnishes, lacquers, enamels, and related products from drums, cans, and tanks for testing purposes.

Practical Notes
! Always stir/shake the container thoroughly before sampling — paint settles and top samples are not representative.
! Use clean, dry containers for samples — any contamination invalidates test results.
! Sample from minimum √n containers (square root of lot size) as per Table 1.
! For dispute resolution, keep a sealed reference sample from the same lot.
Cross-Referenced Codes
IS 101:1986Methods of sampling and test for paints, varn...
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IS 2074:1992Ready Mixed Paint, Brushing, Bituminous, Blac...
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IS 4905:1968Methods for Random Sampling
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