ASTM D2252
Standard Specification for Fineness of Types of Alpaca
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ASTM D2252 is the ASTM standard for the Standard Specification for Fineness of Types of Alpaca, providing a technical reference for describing and evaluating alpaca fiber fineness. It helps buyers, processors, and quality control teams use a consistent basis for product specification and comparison. By defining a common standard for this material characteristic, ASTM D2252 supports clearer communication in procurement, grading, and material selection.
Overview of ASTM D2252
The purpose of ASTM D2252 is to establish a standardized specification for the fineness of types of alpaca. In practical terms, this gives stakeholders a shared technical reference when identifying or comparing alpaca fiber characteristics. The standard is useful where consistency matters, such as in material descriptions, product acceptance, and specification writing. ASTM D2252 is best viewed as a quality-focused document that supports uniform terminology and more reliable evaluation of alpaca fiber fineness.
Common use cases of ASTM D2252
This specification is commonly used when alpaca fiber is being purchased, graded, or documented for quality control purposes. It may also support supplier agreements, internal material standards, and product evaluation workflows where fineness is a key property. In textile-related settings, ASTM D2252 can help align expectations between producers and buyers by providing a consistent reference for describing types of alpaca. It is especially relevant anywhere material consistency and written specification control are important.
Benefits of using ASTM D2252
Using ASTM D2252 can improve consistency in how alpaca fineness is specified and understood across the supply chain. That can reduce ambiguity during procurement, inspection, and acceptance decisions. For organizations working with alpaca fiber, the standard may also support better quality control and more dependable product comparisons. ASTM D2252 gives teams a recognized technical basis for communication, helping reduce the risk of specification disputes and supporting more disciplined material evaluation.
- Standardized alpaca fineness reference
- Supports procurement and specification writing
- Useful for grading and quality control
- Improves consistency in material descriptions
- Publication Date: 2020-08-12
- Publisher: ASTM
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