Is IS 8001:1976 still a valid standard?

No, it has been officially withdrawn by the Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) and is obsolete.

What was the purpose of this code?

It provided a specification for packaging timber panel products like plywood, blockboards, and doors for export to ensure they were not damaged during shipping.

What kind of protection did the packaging provide?

It specified the use of timber battens to protect edges, waterproof paper or film against moisture, and steel straps to secure the bundle.

IS 8001

: 1976

packaging of plywood, blockboards and flush doors for export

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This standard specifies the materials, construction, and marking for packaging plywood, blockboards, and flush doors for export purposes. It aims to ensure that the products are adequately protected against mechanical damage and environmental factors like moisture during transit and storage. This standard has been officially withdrawn by BIS and is no longer in effect.

packaging of plywood, blockboards and flush doors for export

Quick Reference Values

Minimum thickness of timber battens18 mm

Minimum width of timber battens50 mm

Minimum number of steel straps per package3

Practical Notes

This standard is officially WITHDRAWN and should not be used for reference or in contracts.

Exporters of timber products should now refer to international standards or specific contractual requirements for packaging.

The primary goal of this former standard was to standardize packaging to prevent damage, which remains a critical consideration for exporters, even without this specific IS code.