CBJ Industry Regulations 4

Question 1

Which international organization publishes the standards that form the basis for hallmarking platinum jewelry, including the minimum fineness levels recognized in trade?

Accepted Answer

World Jewellery Confederation (CIBJO)

Answer

CIBJO (the World Jewellery Confederation) publishes the Blue Books, which set international standards for precious metal nomenclature and minimum fineness.

Question 2

When shipping jewelry containing lithium batteries (e.g., watch batteries) by air, which regulation governs the packing and documentation requirements?

Accepted Answer

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations

Answer

IATA Dangerous Goods Regulations govern the transport of lithium batteries by air, specifying state-of-charge limits, packaging, and labeling.

Question 3

Under the FTC Guides, which term requires a minimum platinum group metal content of 95% with at least 85% being platinum itself?

Accepted Answer

Platinum

Answer

An item may be described simply as 'Platinum' only if it contains at least 95% platinum group metals, with a minimum of 850 parts per thousand pure platinum.

Question 4

A bench jeweler generates small quantities of hazardous waste (less than 100 kg/month). Under RCRA, this business is classified as a:

Accepted Answer

Very Small Quantity Generator (Conditionally Exempt)

Answer

Generators producing less than 100 kg of hazardous waste per month are classified as Very Small Quantity Generators and face fewer regulatory requirements under RCRA.

Question 5

The National Stamping Act makes it illegal to sell jewelry with a quality stamp that is inaccurate by more than what tolerance for gold articles?

Accepted Answer

3 parts per thousand

Answer

The National Stamping Act allows a tolerance of no more than 3 parts per thousand below the stamped fineness for gold articles.

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CBJ Industry Regulations 4