ASTM D848 Test Method for Acid Wash Color of Industrial Aromatic Hydrocarbons
1. Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the acid wash color of benzene, toluene, xylenes, refined solvent naphthas, and similar industrial aromatic hydrocarbons.
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. For specific hazard statements, see Section 8 and Note 3.
2. Referenced Documents
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
D3437 Practice for Sampling and Handling Liquid Cyclic Products
D4790 Terminology of Aromatic Hydrocarbons and Related Chemicals
2.2 Other Document:
OSHA Regulations. 29 CFR, paragraphs 1910.1000 and 1910.1200
3. Terminology
3.1 See Terminology D4790 for definitions of terms used in this test method.
