IS 2662:1978 is the Indian Standard (BIS) for packages for use of libraries. This Indian Standard specifies the requirements, dimensions, and materials for packages used by libraries for the dispatch and circulation of books. It aims to standardize reusable packaging to ensure the safe transport and longevity of library materials during transit.
packages for use of libraries
| Parameter | IS Value | International | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cardboard Box Specification | Solid fibre board (min 2.5 mm thick) or 5-ply corrugated board with bursting strength >= 14 kgf/cm². | Performance-based; material must be sufficient to pass a defined test series (e.g., drop, vibration). Specific material is not mandated. | ISTA Procedure 1A |
| Waterproofing Material | Jute-lined waterproof paper with bitumen, or polyethylene film of minimum 400 gauge (100 microns). | Selection of a barrier material based on required Water Vapor Transmission Rate (WVTR) for the application. | ASTM D3951-18 |
| Wooden Box Timber | Prescribed seasoned timber types (e.g., Fir, Chir, Kail, Mango) with specified plank thickness (e.g., 15 mm). | Use of engineered wood like plywood or OSB is more common; prescriptive timber types are rare in general standards. | ASTM D3951-18 |
| Cushioning Material | Use of 'wood-wool, corrugated paper, or paper cuttings' to fill voids. | Use of engineered foams (PE, PU), air-cellular cushioning, or molded pulp, often selected based on fragility (G-factor) of the item. | ASTM D3951-18 |
| Package Integrity Verification | Visual inspection of materials and construction. | Subjecting the final packaged-product to a sequence of dynamic tests including fixed-displacement vibration and a series of drops. | ISTA Procedure 1A |
| Sealing Method | Sealing with gummed tape, twine, or metal strapping. | Application of specified pressure-sensitive tapes or other closures that must remain intact throughout performance testing. | ISTA Procedure 1A |