GOST 16337-77 PDF

Full title and description

GOST 16337-77 — "High-pressure polyethylene. Specifications" (Russian: Полиэтилен высокого давления. Технические условия). The standard defines technical requirements, classification by grades, and quality control rules for high‑pressure (low‑density) polyethylene used in industrial and consumer applications.

Abstract

This GOST sets out the technical conditions for high‑pressure polyethylene (LDPE), including required physical and mechanical properties, methods of sampling and testing, acceptance rules, marking, packaging and storage. It was originally issued with the designation "-77" and later received amendments; the original document has been superseded by a modern edition (GOST 16337-2022).

General information

• Status: Withdrawn / replaced (superseded by GOST 16337-2022).
• Publication date: Designation year 1977 (GOST 16337-77); published/registered in available catalogs as 01 Jan 1979 (commonly cited publication listing).
• Publisher: Issued under the USSR state standards system (Gosstandart of the USSR); later records are maintained by Russian/Interstate standards bodies and commercial standards publishers.
• ICS / categories: Plastics; rubber and plastics industries — classification reported as 83.080.20 (plastics / thermoplastic materials).
• Edition / version: Original edition GOST 16337-77 with subsequent amendments (listed in catalogs as amended: Amd. 7.79, Amd. 4.84, Amd. 10.88); superseded by GOST 16337-2022.
• Number of pages: 38 pages (standard text of the 1977 edition as distributed in public catalogs).

Scope

Applies to high‑pressure (low‑density) polyethylene produced for use in film, tubing, molding and other products. The standard specifies required physicochemical and mechanical properties, allowable tolerances, testing and sampling procedures, acceptance criteria for batches, and rules for marking, packaging and storage. It was intended for manufacturers, testing laboratories and procurement organizations dealing with LDPE in the USSR and successor jurisdictions.

Key topics and requirements

• Definition and classification of grades of high‑pressure polyethylene (LDPE) based on intended use and properties (industrial, film, molding grades).
• Physical and mechanical property requirements such as density, melt flow/flow index, tensile strength, elongation at break and resistance to environmental stress cracking.
• Quality indicators including allowable inclusions/impurities, odor and extractables limits.
• Sampling and testing methods (laboratory test procedures and sampling plans for batch acceptance).
• Acceptance rules, marking, packaging and storage conditions to preserve resin quality.
• Amendments history and normative references to test methods and related standards.

Typical use and users

Used by polyethylene producers, quality control and testing laboratories, converters (film and tubing manufacturers), procurement and inspection bodies, and engineering departments specifying polymer grades for product design and manufacturing. Historically applied in Soviet industry and later referenced by companies and regulators in Russian‑speaking countries until the standard was updated.

Related standards

Closely related to other GOSTs on polyethylene and plastics testing, such as standards for extrusion welding, cable insulation materials, and test methods for plastics. The document set has been modernized and consolidated in the 2022 revision of GOST 16337; users should consult GOST 16337-2022 and other current normative documents for the latest requirements.

Keywords

GOST 16337-77; high‑pressure polyethylene; LDPE; specifications; polyethylene grades; melt flow; density; tensile strength; plastics standards; Gosstandart; withdrawn; superseded.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: GOST 16337-77 is a Soviet era standard titled "High‑pressure polyethylene. Specifications" that defines technical conditions and quality requirements for low‑density (high‑pressure) polyethylene.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers classification of grades, required physical and mechanical properties, sampling and testing procedures, acceptance rules, and marking/packaging/storage requirements for LDPE. For detailed, current limits and test methods consult the full text or the successor standard.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers of polyethylene resins, converters (film, tubing, molding), testing laboratories, procurement and inspection authorities, and engineers specifying polymer materials. Historical users include Soviet industry and organizations in successor states; modern users should reference the updated 2022 edition.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 1977 edition has been superseded—catalogs and standards registries report that GOST 16337-77 has been replaced by GOST 16337-2022 (the modern consolidated specification for high‑pressure polyethylene). Users should adopt the 2022 edition for current requirements.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is part of the family of GOST standards covering polyethylene and plastics (materials specifications, test methods and product‑specific requirements). Related GOSTs cover composition for cable industry, extrusion welding, and plastics testing methods. The series has been updated and cross‑referenced in later normative documents.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: High‑pressure polyethylene, LDPE, specifications, GOST 16337, melt flow, density, tensile strength, plastics standards, Gosstandart, withdrawn/replaced.