>The purpose of this test is not to fully identify and characterize a polymer, but to identify a variety of basic parameters needed to predetermine the usefulness of the polymer in formulations as well as for Quality Control purposes.

A statement of precision and accuracy is not appropriate in this case.

1. Scope

1.1 These test methods cover test procedures for emulsion polymers that are used in water-based floor polishes. The term “emulsion polymers” is used primarily to denote those materials produced by regular emulsion polymerization techniques, but may be extended to those polymers that are subsequently emulsified or dispersed after polymerization. Unless otherwise noted, the tests may be used for any polymer or copolymer systems. The methods appear in the following order:

1.2 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

E1 Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

E70 Test Method for pH of Aqueous Solutions With the Glass Electrode

E100 Specification for ASTM Hydrometers

Keywords

apparent viscosity; floor polishes; freeze thaw; polish; polymer emulsions; sediment; specific gravity; storage stability; total solids; Acidity, alkalinity, pH--detergent materials; Apparent viscosity; Chemical analysis--cleaning (detergent) materials/applications; Floor polish (water emulsion); Freezing and thawing--polishes; Polishes; Polymer emulsion floor polishes; Sampling cleaning materials/applications; Sediment content; Solids content; Specific gravity; Specific gravity--cleaners/detergents; Stability--floor polishes; Storage stability; Total solids; Viscosity--apparent;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 83.140.01 (Rubber and plastic products in general)

Citing ASTM Standards

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