November 7, 2016
ASTM International (ASTM) has released standards particular for leathers.
The standards are:
- ASTM D4831 - 00(2016) Standard Test Method for Buckle Tear Strength of Leather
- This standard specifies the test method intended for measuring the load required to tear a leather strap fastened in a buckle. This test method applies to specification acceptance, design purposes, manufacturing control, development, and research.
- Publication Date: October 3, 2016
- ASTM D2213 - 00(2016) Standard Test Method for Compressibility of Leather
- This standard applies to the determination of the compressibility of sole leather.
- Publication Date: October 3, 2016
- ASTM D2097 - 03(2016) Standard Test Method for Flex Testing of Finish on Upholstery Leather
- This standard provides the determination of the flexibility and adhesion of a finish on upholstery leather.
- Publication Date: October 3, 2016