ISTA Procedure 2A-Series Testing

Packaged-Products weighing 150 lb (68 kg) or Less

Testing of individual packaged-products weighing 150 lbs (68 kg) or less when prepared for shipment.

Test procedure 2A is a partial simulation test for individual packaged products

• It can be used to evaluate the performance of a packaged product
• It can be used to compare relative performances of a package and product design alternatives
• It should be considered for the evaluation of packaged products intended for international distribution
• The package and the product are considered together and not separately
• Some conditions of transit, such as moisture, pressure or unusual handling may not be covered