Color may be indicative of the quality of the solvent because any color present is due to the presence of contaminants.

1. Scope

1.1 This test method covers the visual measurement of the color of halogenated organic solvents and their admixtures. It is valid for values of 50 platinum-cobalt (Pt-Co) units or less.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Index Terms

color; halogenated organic solvent; platinum-cobalt scale; Pt-Co color; Pt-Co scale; Cobalt; Color--organic/inorganic chemicals; Halogenated organic solvents; Platinum-cobalt scale; Pt-Co color/scale;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 87.060.30 (Solvents)

Citing ASTM Standards

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