ISO 1043-3-2016 PDF

Full title and description

ISO 1043-3:2016 — Plastics — Symbols and abbreviated terms — Part 3: Plasticizers. This International Standard defines uniform symbols and conventions for components of names used to form abbreviated terms for plasticizers, to ensure consistent shorthand notation in publications, product designations and technical documentation.

Abstract

ISO 1043-3:2016 provides a system of single-letter and multi-character symbols for components of plasticizer names (for example alkyl groups, functional groups, and common substituents) and rules for combining those symbols into established abbreviated terms. Its purpose is to avoid multiple abbreviations for the same plasticizer and to supply a concise, unambiguous shorthand for chemical names used in written matter related to plastics.

General information

• Status: Published (confirmed).
• Publication date: 7 October 2016 (confirmed 7 June 2022).
• Publisher: International Organization for Standardization (ISO).
• ICS / categories: 83.040.30 (Auxiliary materials and additives for plastics); 83.080.01 (Plastics in general).
• Edition / version: Edition 3 (2016).
• Number of pages: 8.

Scope

This part of ISO 1043 specifies uniform symbols for components of terms relating to plasticizers and gives the conventions for forming abbreviated terms from those symbols. It generally includes only abbreviated terms that have come into established use. The standard covers symbols for alkyl and other substituent groups, conventions for di‑esters and mixed alcohol esters, and formatting rules for first appearance and use of abbreviations. Mixtures and full compositional specifications are not within the scope.

Key topics and requirements

• Defined symbols for components of plasticizer names (single letters and code groups) and their meanings.
• Rules for forming abbreviated terms from component symbols (order, capitalization, use of prefixes like D for di‑esters).
• Convention that alkyl groups are assumed to be n‑alkyl unless indicated otherwise; symbol I denotes iso‑branched where applicable.
• Formatting guidance: first appearance of an abbreviation should follow the full chemical name and be enclosed in parentheses.
• Presentation of commonly used name together with IUPAC equivalent and CAS RN where applicable (informative examples).
• Guidance for numeric/letter coding for mixed‑alcohol esters and avoiding ambiguous historical usages.

Typical use and users

Manufacturers of plastic materials and additives, formulation chemists, technical authors, standards writers, testing laboratories, regulatory and conformity assessment bodies, and procurement/specification teams use this standard to ensure consistent shorthand for plasticizer names in data sheets, material designations, safety data sheets and technical literature.

Related standards

ISO 1043 is a series; related parts include ISO 1043-1 (Basic polymers and their special characteristics), ISO 1043-2 (Fillers and reinforcing materials), and ISO 1043-4 (Flame retardants). Other relevant standards include ISO 472 (Plastics — Vocabulary) and national/adopted versions of the ISO 1043 parts.

Keywords

plasticizers, symbols, abbreviated terms, plastics nomenclature, DOP, DINP, esters, alkyl groups, ISO 1043 series, plastics additives

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ISO 1043-3:2016 is the third part of the ISO 1043 series and provides symbols and rules for abbreviated terms used to denote plasticizers in plastics-related documentation.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers standardized component symbols, rules for combining symbols into established abbreviations, formatting conventions for first use, and examples for common plasticizers. It does not cover full compositional specifications or proprietary mixtures.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Plastics and additive manufacturers, formulation chemists, laboratory staff, standards committees, technical writers, and regulatory or procurement professionals who need consistent abbreviated naming for plasticizers.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: ISO 1043-3:2016 is the current published edition (Edition 3), originally published on 7 October 2016 and formally confirmed on 7 June 2022. It superseded ISO 1043-3:1996.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: Yes — ISO 1043 is a multipart series covering symbols and abbreviated terms for plastics. Key parts are ISO 1043-1 (basic polymers), ISO 1043-2 (fillers/reinforcements), ISO 1043-3 (plasticizers) and ISO 1043-4 (flame retardants).

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Plasticizers, abbreviations, symbols, plastics, esters, alkyl groups, ISO 1043.