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Ever wonder why there's an international standard for brewing tea, the shape of a wine glass, or the acceptable curvature of a banana? We dive into the world of ISO and Codex Alimentarius standards, separating the truly bizarre from the brilliantly practical. From lashing rods on container ships to transliterating Arabic script, discover how these documents quietly keep global trade, safety, and even your boarding pass working—and why the "ludicrous" ones often make perfect sense once you understand the context.