ASTM D4367-22 PDF

Full title and description

ASTM D4367-22 — Standard Test Method for Benzene in Hydrocarbon Solvents by Gas Chromatography. This procedure specifies a gas‑chromatographic method (with an internal standard) for determining benzene content in hydrocarbon solvent products in the approximate range of 0.01 to 1.0 volume percent, intended for quality control, regulatory and safety screening of solvents.

Abstract

ASTM D4367-22 describes a quantitative gas chromatography (GC) test method using an internal standard (commonly methyl ethyl ketone, MEK) to determine benzene concentrations in hydrocarbon solvents between about 0.01 and 1.0 volume percent. The method provides guidance on sample handling, chromatographic analysis, and result reporting; for benzene below ~0.01 vol% the standard directs users to a more sensitive method (D6229). The procedure is intended to support product specifications, health/safety assessments, and compliance checks.

General information

• Status: Active standard.
• Publication date: 2022 (designation D4367‑22; updated/issued January 2022).
• Publisher: ASTM International (Committee D01, Subcommittee D01.35).
• ICS / categories: 87.060.30 — Solvents; Paints and related chemicals (Book of Standards volume 06.04).
• Edition / version: D4367‑22 (current revision/year 2022).
• Number of pages: 6 pages.

Scope

This test method covers determination by gas chromatography of benzene in hydrocarbon solvents at concentrations approximately from 0.01 to 1.0 volume percent. The scope notes that for benzene levels lower than ~0.01 volume percent, users should apply Test Method D6229 (a more sensitive capillary GC method). The standard also states conventions for units, rounding of reported results, and references practices for sampling and safety.

Key topics and requirements

• Applicable concentration range: ~0.01 to 1.0 vol% benzene in hydrocarbon solvents.
• Analytical technique: gas chromatography with an internal standard (typical internal standard cited — methyl ethyl ketone, MEK).
• Sample handling and representative sampling called out (users should follow appropriate sampling practice such as Practice E300 where relevant).
• Result rounding and reporting conventions (referenced Practice E29 for significant digits).
• Method limits/alternatives: directs to D6229 for trace benzene below 0.01 vol%.
• Safety and hazard statements: the standard reminds users benzene is toxic/carcinogenic and to consult supplier safety data sheets and applicable regulations.

Typical use and users

The method is used by solvent producers, quality control and analytical laboratories, formulation chemists, contract testing labs, regulatory and compliance personnel, and occupational health teams to screen and quantify benzene in hydrocarbon solvent products for specification control, safety labeling, and regulatory compliance. It is commonly applied during raw material release, final product QA, and regulatory sampling.

Related standards

Commonly referenced and related standards include: D6229 — Test Method for Trace Benzene in Hydrocarbon Solvents by Capillary Gas Chromatography (for <0.01 vol% levels); Practice E29 — Using Significant Digits in Test Data (rounding/reporting); Practice E300 — Sampling Industrial Chemicals (sampling guidance); and other ASTM/analytical methods for aromatic/volatile components (see Committee D01 listings). These provide complementary procedures for sampling, lower‑level detection, and data reporting.

Keywords

benzene; hydrocarbon solvents; gas chromatography; MEK internal standard; solvent quality; VOC; trace benzene; D4367; ASTM; solvent analysis.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM D4367‑22 is a Standard Test Method that specifies a gas‑chromatographic procedure for determining benzene in hydrocarbon solvents in the approximate range 0.01–1.0 volume percent.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers sample analysis by GC using an internal standard, reporting conventions, and related procedural notes; it is intended for product and quality testing of hydrocarbon solvents. For benzene levels below ~0.01 vol% the standard refers users to D6229.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Solvent manufacturers, QC laboratories, contract testing houses, formulators, and regulatory/compliance or occupational health staff who need to quantify benzene in solvent products.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The D4367‑22 designation indicates the 2022 revision and the standard is listed as active (current) as of the 2022 issue. Users should check ASTM publication records for any later revisions or reapprovals.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: It belongs to ASTM Committee D01 paint/solvent test methods (Book of Standards volume 06.04) and is related to other solvent and aromatic analysis methods (for example D6229 for trace benzene). It is part of a group of methods addressing solvent composition and VOC content.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: Benzene, hydrocarbon solvent, gas chromatography, internal standard, MEK, VOC, solvent quality, D4367.