Is applicable to saffron in two forms, i.e. in whole filaments or in powder form obtained by grinding saffron filaments. Specifies classification and requirements for saffron and describes sampling, methods of test, and packing and marking. Six annexes deal with the preparation of test samples, the determination of percentage of floral waste, of moisture and volatile matter content and ofcolouring power, investigations of saffron pigments, and the microscopic determination of saffron in powder form.