ASTM C1052-20

5.1 Uranium hexafluoride is normally produced and handled in large (typically 1- to 20-ton) quantities and must, therefore, be characterized by reference to representative samples. The quantities involved, physical properties, chemical reactivity, and hazardous nature of UF_{5.2 It is emphasized that this practice is not meant to address conventional or nuclear criticality safety issues.}

1.1 This practice covers methods for withdrawing representative samples of liquid uranium hexafluoride (UF_{1.2 It is assumed that the bulk liquid UF1.3 The number of samples to be taken, their nominal sample weight, and their disposition shall be agreed upon between the parties.}

1.4 The scope of this practice does not include provisions for preventing criticality incidents.

1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.