ASTM-D4312 › Standard Test Method for Toluene-Insoluble (TI) Content of Tar and Pitch (Short Method)
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Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of toluene-insoluble matter (TI) in tar and pitch.
1.2 Since this test method is empirical, strict adherence to all details of the procedure is necessary.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard.
1.3.1 Exception—Other non-SI units are provided for information only.
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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazard statements are given in Section 7.
1.5 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Significance and Use
4.1 This test method is useful for evaluating and characterizing tars and pitches and is one element in establishing the uniformity of shipment or sources of supply.
Keywords
beta resin; pitch; soft pitch; tar; toluene insolubles;
To find similar documents by ASTM Volume:
05.02 (Petroleum Products and Lubricants (II): D3711 - D6122)
To find similar documents by classification:
91.100.50 (Binders. Sealing materials Including geomembranes, asphalts for buildings, etc.)
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Document Number
ASTM-D4312-20
Revision Level
2020 EDITION
Status
Current
Modification Type
Revision
Publication Date
June 10, 2020
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
3 pages
Committee Number
D02.05