Alcance
This document establishes the performance requirements for shank components for footwear, irrespective of the material, in order to assess the suitability for the end use and/or fitness for purpose. It also establishes the test methods to be used to evaluate the compliance with the requirements.This document applies to shanks for all kinds of footwear as defined in Clause 4.This document can be used as a reference by the manufacturer and the supplier.