This specification covers synthetic primary amyl acetate (98 % grade). The apparent specific gravity, color property, distillation range, water property, acidity, and ester value shall be tested to meet the requirements prescribed.

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1. Scope

1.1 This specification covers synthetic primary amyl acetate (98 % grade).

1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off "to the nearest unit" in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E 29.

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

1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet for material listed in this specification.

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

U.S. Federal Specification

Keywords

amyl acetate; ester; solvent;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 87.060.30 (Solvents)

Citing ASTM Standards

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