ICS 91.100.23                          CED 05

Reaffirmed 2022

1. Scope

1.1 This standard specifies sizes, dimensional tolerances, surface quality, mechanical, physical and chemical requirements, and marking of pressed ceramic tiles.

1.2 The standard is applicable for pressed ceramic glazed or unglazed tiles of first quality (also known as premium quality) for use as both floor and wall coverings. For the purpose of definition, first quality (premium quality) tiles are tiles that are fairly free from any kind of surface or dimensional defects that may otherwise impair the aesthetics or functionality of the product. These tiles should conform to dimensional, physical, chemical and surface requirements as defined in this standard.

1.3 The standard does not cover ceramic tiles manufactured by other processes, like extrusion process.

2. Referenced Documents

The standards given at Annex A contain provisions which through reference in this text, constitute provisions of this standard. At the time of publication, the editions indicated were valid. All standards are subject to revision, and parties to agreements based on this standard are encouraged to investigate the possibility of applying the most recent editions of the standards.