Scope
This document specifies methods for the reduction and preparation of samples of fertilizers, liming materials, inhibitors and blends and sets out the requirements for sample preparation reports. It also specifies methods for the preparation of test samples and test portions from laboratory samples of fertilizer for subsequent chemical or physical analysis. It does not cover the preparation of samples for certain physical tests which require test portions of more than 2 kg
Purpose
In the frame of standardization request M/564 and M/564 Amd1, methods for sampling and sample preparation shall be developed to support test methods to be applied for for verifying the conformity of CE-marked fertilizing products with the requirements set out in Regulation (EU) 2019/1009. The proposed document should include requirements for sample preparation of fertilizers, liming materials and inhibitors.
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