Significance and Use
The results of this test are used for calculating the total solids in the sample; and, by common usage, all materials volatile at this test temperature are designated as moisture.
Moisture analysis (along with sulfated ash) is a measure of the amount of active polymer in the material and must be considered when determining the amount of hydroxyethyl cellulose to use in various formulations.
1. Scope
1.1 These test methods cover the testing of hydroxyethylcellulose.
1.2 The test procedures appear in the following order:
| Sections |
| Moisture | 4-9 |
| Ash | 10-17 |
| Viscosity | 18-24 |
| Density | 25-31 |
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.
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately)
The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
D4794 Test Method for Determination of Ethoxyl or Hydroxyethoxyl Substitution in Cellulose Ether Products by Gas Chromatography
E2251 Specification for Liquid-in-Glass ASTM Thermometers with Low-Hazard Precision Liquids
Keywords
ash; density; hydroxyethylcellulose; moisture; molar substitution; viscosity;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 85.040 (Pulps)
DOI: 10.1520/D2364-01R07E01
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