scope:

This International Standard defines terms and establishes classifications, characteristics and marking requirements for ceramic tiles of the best commercial quality (first quality). This International Standard is not applicable to tiles made by other than normal processes of extrusion or dry pressing. It is not applicable to decorative accessories or trim such as edges, corners, skirting, capping, coves, beads, steps, curved tiles and other accessory pieces or mosaics (i.e. any piece that can fit into an area of 49 cm²).

NOTE ISO 10545 (all parts) describes the test procedures required to determine the product characteristics listed in this International Standard. ISO 10545 is divided into 16 parts, each describing a specific test procedure or related matter.