This Gulf standard specifies general requirements for single - use rigid and semi-rigid plastic cups, containers and closures for packaging beverages, milk products, and allied purposes. It includes measurings of these cups and containers and methods of industry. Notes: 1) The requirements of this specification in respect of product contact surfaces could be applied also to the purchase of other single -use containers such as those of composite construction or made from plastics - coated paper board. 2) The word (product) mentioned in the subject means cups and containers specified in this standard.