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A.R.S. § 3-3411: Weights and Measures Standards

Standard weights and measures

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Does Arizona use the metric system for weights and measures?

In Arizona, both the U.S. customary system and the metric system of weights and measures are officially recognized, and either or both may be used for commercial purposes in the state. The basic unit definitions, tables, and equivalents published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology govern weighing and measuring equipment and transactions statewide.

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3-3411. Standard weights and measures

The system of weights and measures in customary use in the United States and the metric system of weights and measures are jointly recognized, and either one or both of such systems shall be used for all commercial purposes in the state. The definitions of basic units of weight and measure, the tables of weight and measure, and weights and measures equivalents, as published by the national institute of standards and technology are recognized and shall govern weighing and measuring equipment and transactions in the state.

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