ASTM D3734 Standard Specification for High-Flash Aromatic Naphthas
6. Test Methods
6.1 The properties enumerated in this specification shall be determined in accordance with the following ASTM test methods (see Guide D268):
6.1.1 Aromatics - Test Method D1319.
6.1.2 Color - Test Method D156 (Saybolt color) or Test Method D1209 (platinum-cobalt scale). In case of dispute, the Saybolt color limit is controlling.
6.1.3 Corrosion - Test Method D849.
6.1.4 Distillation - Test Method D86.
6.1.5 Flash Point - Test Methods D56, D3278 (alternative).
6.1.6 Kauri-Butanol Value - Test Method D1133.
6.1.7 Mixed Aniline Point - Test Methods D611.
6.1.8 Odor - Test Method D1296. Samples of the particular types of products being tested, having odor characteristics agreed to between the purchaser and the supplier, are to be used as reference standards for comparison.
6.1.9 Apparent Specific Gravity - Test Methods D891 or D4052. In case of dispute, apparent specific gravity at 60/60°F (15.6/15.6°C) is controlling.
7. Packaging and Package Marking
7.1 Package size shall be agreed upon by the purchaser and the supplier.
7.2 Packaging shall conform to applicable carrier rules and regulations or when specified shall conform to Fed. Spec. PPP-C-2020.
8. Keywords
8.1 aromatic naphthas; high-flash; solvents
