A112.19.2 covers vitreous and non-vitreous china plumbing fixtures, including all types of water closets, lavatories, urinals, bidets, bathtubs, shower receptors, kitchen and bar sinks, service sinks, drinking fountrains and institutional application fixtures that discharge into gravity drainage systems in permanent building and structures, independent of occupancy. It specifies requirements for materials, construction, performance, testing, and markings.
This Standard is “harmonized” – developed in response to industry requests for uniform standards that would be acceptable in both the United States and Canada.
This Standard is intended for manufacturers of plumbing materials and equipment to enhance water conservation and comply with jurisdictional regulation, plus governmental and other regulatory bodies.
