ASTM D853 Test Method for Hydrogen Sulfide and Sulfur Dioxide Content
ASTM D853 Standard Test Method for Hydrogen Sulfide and Sulfur Dioxide Content (Qualitative) of Industrial Aromatic Hydrocarbons
6. Reagents
6.1 Lead Acetate Solution (saturated).
6.2 Potassium Iodate Solution (100 g/L) - Dissolve 10 g of potassium iodate (KIO3) in water and dilute to 100 mL.
6.3 Starch Paper - Dip strips of filter paper in starch solution and dry.
7. Hazards
7.1 Consult current OSHA regulations, supplier's Material Safety Data Sheets, and local regulations for all materials used in this test method.
8. Sampling
8.1 Sampling should follow safe rules in order to adhere to all safety precautions as outlined in the latest OSHA regulations. Refer to Practice D3437 for sampling and handling of aromatic hydrocarbons analyzed by this test method.
