This European Standard specifies performance requirements for plastics pipes, fittings and their joints intended for hot and cold water installations for the conveyance of water and for heating systems with the exception of drinking water distribution for human consumption, and gives associated test methods for verification and evaluation of conformity with this European Standard.

NOTE Compliance of pipes, fittings and their joints with this document does not confer a presumption of fitness of the product for the transport of water intended for human consumption within the meaning of the Directive 89/106/EEC. However, until the operation of the envisaged European Acceptance Scheme for construction products in contact with water intended for human consumption and the revision of this standard, products conforming to this standard could be used for the transport of water intended for human consumption if they conform to the relevant national, regional or local regulatory provisions or recommendations applicable in the place of use.