scope:

This standard specifies the general properties of and methods of test for coatings applied by dipping
fabricated iron and steel articles (including certain castings) in a zinc melt (containing not more than 2% of other metals). It does not apply to:
a) sheet and wire that are continuously hot dip galvanized
b) tube and pipe that is hot dip galvanized in automatic plants
c) hot dip galvanized products (e.g. fasteners) for which specific standards exist and which may include additional requirements or requirements which are different from those of this European Standard.
NOTE Individual product standards can incorporate this standard for the coating by quoting its number, or may incorporate it with modification specific to the product. Different requirements may also be made for galvanized coatings on products intended to meet specific regulatory requirements.
After-treatment/over-coating of hot dip galvanized articles is not covered by this standard.