scope:

Note: Nothing in this standard supercedes applicable laws and regulations.

Note: In the event of conflict between the English and domestic language, the English language shall take precedence.

Purpose. This standard shall be used to determine the scratch resistance of organic coatings applicable to single or multiple coat systems applied onto metallic or polymeric substrates and self-adhesive foils. Changes of the organic coat or self-adhesive foil, e.g., deformation or change of brightness (visual impression), are not covered with this standard. 

Foreword. Not applicable. 

Applicability. Single or multiple coat systems applied onto metallic or polymeric substrates and selfadhesive foils.