ASTM D6143-97 PDF

SCOPE 1.1 This test method describes the procedure to determine the iron content of bisphenol A (4,4' -isopropylidenediphenol). 1.2 This test method has a lower detection limit of 0.1 mg/kg, and an upper limit of 20 mg/kg of iron in bisphenol A. If the iron content is higher, it will be necessary to dilute the sample. 1.3 The following applies to all specified limits in this test method: for purposes of determining conformance with this test method, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off "to the nearest unit" in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding off method of Practice E 29. 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. For a specific hazard statement, see Section 8.