ASTM F1023-12 (2025) PDF

Full title and description

ASTM F1023-12(2025) — Standard Specification for Dispensers, Powdered Iced Tea. This specification defines requirements for counter-model, self-contained powdered iced tea dispensers (two types: Type I for pure tea concentrate and Type II for sugared tea concentrate). It covers mechanical, electrical and hygienic construction, performance tests, and interchangeability requirements for manufacturer standard products.

Abstract

This standard specifies design, construction, and performance requirements for self-contained countertop powdered iced tea dispensers that mix powdered concentrate with potable tap water to produce a finished drink. It describes dispenser types, required tests (energy consumption, water flow, ingredient throw, and humidity), cleanliness and manufacturing defect limits, and operational characteristics such as manual momentary-on actuation and a mixing chamber designed to rinse clean after dispensing.

General information

• Status: Active (reaffirmed).
• Publication date: Original approval 2012; reaffirmed April 4, 2025.
• Publisher: ASTM International.
• ICS / categories: ICS Code 55.230; developed by ASTM Committee F26, Subcommittee F26.03.
• Edition / version: F1023-12R25 (2012 edition, reaffirmed 2025).
• Number of pages: 5.

Scope

The specification applies to counter-model, self-contained powdered iced tea dispensers intended to operate with powdered concentrates mixed with potable tap water. It requires that furnished dispensers be the manufacturer's standard model, be new and interchangeable, and sets inch–pound units as the standard (SI units provided for information). A safety caveat applies to the test-methods section (Section 11). The document was developed following internationally recognized standardization principles.

Key topics and requirements

• Dispenser types: Type I (pure tea concentrate) and Type II (sugared tea concentrate).
• Electromechanical dispensing with manual momentary‑on electrical switch actuation.
• Mixing chamber design that rinses clean at the end of each drink to prevent buildup and cross‑contamination.
• Performance tests required: energy consumption, water flow, ingredient throw, and humidity exposure.
• Construction and cleanliness criteria: components and assemblies must be free from dirt, burrs, slivers, tool marks, dents, cracks; castings and molded parts must be free of sand, fins, pits, blowholes, and sprues.
• Requirement that each model furnished under the specification be the manufacturer's standard product and that parts/assemblies are new and interchangeable.
• Units: inch–pound are the normative units; SI units are informational.

Typical use and users

Used by manufacturers of beverage-dispensing equipment, quality and compliance engineers in foodservice equipment firms, test laboratories performing conformity or performance testing, procurement professionals for cafeterias and foodservice operations, and regulatory or inspection bodies concerned with commercial beverage dispensing equipment.

Related standards

Other historical and related ASTM F1023 editions (for example earlier 1999 and 2012 versions and their reaffirmations) are relevant for traceability and change history. Related guidance and regulations from foodservice equipment and sanitation authorities, and other ASTM standards maintained by Committee F26 (food and beverage equipment) may be consulted for complementary requirements and test methods.

Keywords

powdered iced tea dispenser, beverage dispenser, countertop dispenser, powdered concentrate, mixing chamber, performance test, energy consumption, water flow, ingredient throw, humidity test, F26, ASTM F1023

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM F1023-12(2025) is a standard specification that sets design, construction and performance requirements for counter-model, self-contained powdered iced tea dispensers.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers dispenser types (pure and sugared powder), mechanical and electrical features (momentary-on actuation), hygienic design (mixing chamber that rinses clean), required performance tests (energy use, water flow, ingredient throw, humidity), and manufacturing/cleanliness limits.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Manufacturers, test laboratories, foodservice equipment purchasers, quality/compliance engineers, and regulators or inspectors dealing with commercial beverage dispensing equipment.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2012 edition has been reaffirmed and remains active as of April 4, 2025 (designated F1023-12R25).

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It is maintained under ASTM Committee F26 (Food and Related Products) and has prior and subsequent editorial/reaffirmation records (for example earlier 1999 and 2012 versions). It sits alongside other F26 standards covering foodservice equipment.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: powdered iced tea dispenser, beverage dispenser, countertop, powdered concentrate, mixing chamber, energy consumption test, water flow test, ingredient throw test, humidity test, ASTM F1023.