These test methods provide for the classification of various grades of hydrochloric acid and for the determination of various impurities. Acid strength and impurity levels are important factors in many uses of hydrochloric acid.

1. Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the analysis of hydrochloric acid.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 The analytical procedures appear in the following order:

1.4 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. Specific hazards statements are given in Section 5 and 30.1, 39.7, and 48.4.

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

D1209 Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)

E1 Specification for ASTM Liquid-in-Glass Thermometers

E60 Practice for Analysis of Metals, Ores, and Related Materials by Spectrophotometry

E100 Specification for ASTM Hydrometers

E180 Practice for Determining the Precision of ASTM Methods for Analysis and Testing of Industrial and Specialty Chemicals

E200 Practice for Preparation, Standardization, and Storage of Standard and Reagent Solutions for Chemical Analysis

Keywords

analysis; Baumé gravity; color; hydrochloric acid; iron; sulfated ash; sulfur; total acidity; Acidity, alkalinity, pH--chemicals; Ash; Baum´e gravity; Chemical analysis--chemicals; Color--organic/inorganic chemicals; Colorimetric analysis; Hydrochloric acid (HCL); Iron content--chemicals; Photometry; Spectrophotometry--absorption; Sulfated ash content; Sulfur;

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 71.060.30 (Acids)

Citing ASTM Standards

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