BS EN 14894:2021

What is BS EN 14894 - Cylinder and drum marking about?   

BS EN 14894 is a European standard that specifies stamp marking requirements for transportable refillable LPG cylinders and metallic drums including:  

• Steel LPG cylinders designed and manufactured in accordance with EN 1442, EN 14140, EN 12807, or an equivalent standard or technical code recognized by the competent authority 
• LPG metallic drums designed and manufactured in accordance with EN 14893, or an equivalent standard or technical code recognized by the competent authority 
• Welded aluminium LPG cylinders designed and manufactured in accordance with EN 13110, or an equivalent standard or technical code recognized by the competent authority 
• LPG composite cylinders designed and manufactured in accordance with EN 14427, or an equivalent standard or technical code recognized by the Competent Authority 

Note: BS EN 14894 does not specify any requirements for the product, hazard, or safety-phrase labelling of packaging which may be required to meet ADR or other legislative requirements.  

Who is BS EN 14894 - Cylinder and drum marking for?  

BS EN 14894 on cylinder and drum marking is useful for:  

• Cylinder manufacturers  
• The food production industry  
• The petrochemical industry  
• The metal processing industry  
• The automotive industry  

Why should you use BS EN 14894 - Cylinder and drum marking?   

BS EN 14894 calls for the use of substances and procedures that may be injurious to health if adequate precautions are not taken. BS EN 14894 refers only to technical suitability and does not absolve the user from legal obligations relating to health and safety at any stage. It has been assumed in the drafting of BS EN 14894 that the execution of its provisions is entrusted to appropriately qualified and experienced people.  

BS EN 14894 provides you with guidelines for the application and arrangements of stamp markings for manufacturing, operational, and certification. Using BS EN 14894 guidelines helps with reusing equipment and marking which ensures reliability and durability for longer service life. 

What’s changed since the last update?  

BS EN 14894:2021 supersedes BS EN 14894:2013, which is withdrawn.  

BS EN 14894:2021 fully align with RID/ADR with respect to BS EN 14894:2013.