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NEN-EN-ISO 10683 specifies requirements for non-electrolytically applied zinc flake coatings for steel fasteners. It applies to coatings: - with or without hexavalent chromium; - with or without top coat; - with or without lubricant (integral lubricant and/or subsequently added lubricant). National regulations for the restriction or prohibition of certain chemical elements should be taken into account in the countries or regions concerned. It applies to bolts, screws, studs and nuts with ISO metric thread, to fasteners with non-ISO metric thread, and to non-threaded fasteners such as washers, pins, clips, etc.