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ASTM C40/C40M-20

Standard Test Method for Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregates for Concrete

Standard Test Method for Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregates for Concrete C0040_C0040M-20 ASTM|C0040_C0040M-20|en-US Standard Test Method for Organic Impurities in Fine Aggregates for Concrete Standard new BOS Vol. 04.02 Committee C09
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Significance and Use

4.1 This test method is used in making a preliminary determination of the acceptability of fine aggregates with respect to the requirements of Specification C33/C33M that relate to organic impurities.

4.2 The principal value of this test method is to furnish a warning that injurious amounts of organic impurities may be present. When a sample subjected to this test produces a color darker than the standard color it is advisable to perform the test for the effect of organic impurities on the strength of mortar in accordance with Test Method C87/C87M.

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Book of Standards Volume: 04.02
Developed by Subcommittee: C09.20
Pages: 3
DOI: 10.1520/C0040_C0040M-20
ICS Code: 91.100.30