From Sealing Technology & Engineering Glossary
| Name |
KTW |
| Definition |
Abbreviation for Kontakt mit Trinkwasser (contact with drinking water), a German Federal Environment Agency guideline for testing procedures and health standards for plastic materials in contact with drinking water until the European Acceptance Scheme for Construction Products in Contact with Drinking water (EAS) comes in force; separate guidelines are in force for organic coatings, and lubricants. A guideline for elastomers is currently being prepared. |