ASTM D329-07 (2021) PDF

Full title and description

ASTM D329-07 (reapproved 2021) — Standard Specification for Acetone. This specification defines the quality, test methods, and acceptance criteria for technical acetone (nominally 99.5% grade) used as an industrial solvent and chemical intermediate.

Abstract

ASTM D329 specifies required properties and test procedures to verify the quality of acetone for industrial use. Required tests include acidity, aldehyde, alkalinity, apparent specific gravity, assay (purity), color, distillation range, nonvolatile matter, odor, permanganate time, water content, and water miscibility. The standard provides limits and rounding rules for determining conformance.

General information

• Status: Published / Current (reapproved).
• Publication date: Current edition approved July 1, 2021; published August 10, 2021 (Designation: D329 −07; reapproved 2021).
• Publisher: ASTM International.
• ICS / categories: 71.080.80 (Aldehydes and ketones) — solvents and chemical intermediates.
• Edition / version: Designation D329 −07 (2007 edition) — reapproved 2021 (often shown as 2007 R21 or D0329-07R21).
• Number of pages: 2 pages (concise specification sheet).

Scope

This specification covers acetone (99.5% grade) and establishes tests, limits, and acceptance criteria needed to confirm product conformance. It also defines rounding rules for reported results (per Practice E29), indicates SI units as standard, and notes safety responsibilities for users (including OSHA hazard considerations and use of supplier safety data sheets).

Key topics and requirements

• Designation and grade: acetone, commonly called dimethyl ketone or 2‑propanone, specified at 99.5% grade.
• Mandatory tests: acidity, aldehyde, alkalinity, apparent specific gravity, assay (purity), color, distillation range, nonvolatile matter, odor, permanganate time, water content, and water miscibility.
• Acceptance limits and pass/fail criteria for each test (numerical limits defined in the specification).
• Rounding and reporting rules for determining conformance (reference to Practice E29).
• Reference test methods and related practices (referenced ASTM practices and test methods for sampling and measurement).
• Safety and regulatory note: users must follow appropriate safety data sheets and regulatory requirements for handling a flammable, OSHA‑designated hazardous chemical.

Typical use and users

Used by chemical manufacturers, solvent producers, quality control and analytical laboratories, paint and coatings formulators, industrial purchasers, procurement officers (including defense and government buyers), and suppliers of industrial solvents who require a recognized quality specification for acetone supply, testing, and acceptance.

Related standards

Referenced / related documents commonly cited with D329 include ASTM practices and test methods for sampling and measurement (for example, Practice E29 on significant digits, Practice E300 for sampling industrial chemicals), test methods for distillation range and colorimetry, and relevant federal specifications or procurement standards for solvent packaging and delivery.

Keywords

acetone; dimethyl ketone; 2‑propanone; solvents; assay; distillation range; permanganate time; aldehyde test; nonvolatile matter; water content; ASTM D329; solvent specification.

FAQ

Q: What is this standard?

A: ASTM D329-07 (reapproved 2021) is a concise specification that defines required tests and acceptance criteria for acetone (99.5% grade) used in industrial applications.

Q: What does it cover?

A: It covers the chemical quality attributes of acetone and the specific laboratory tests (acidity, aldehyde, assay, color, distillation range, water, etc.) and rounding/reporting rules needed to determine conformance.

Q: Who typically uses it?

A: Chemical producers and suppliers, QC and analytical labs, formulators (paints, coatings, adhesives), industrial buyers, and government procurement agencies that require standardized acceptance criteria for acetone.

Q: Is it current or superseded?

A: The 2007 edition (designation D329 −07) was reapproved in 2021. The reapproval (approved July 1, 2021; published August 10, 2021) indicates the standard was reviewed and remains current as of that reapproval date. Check the publisher for any revisions after August 2021 if you need the absolute latest status.

Q: Is it part of a series?

A: D329 is a standalone specification for acetone but is related to a family of ASTM solvent and chemical specifications and to supporting ASTM practices and test methods referenced within the document.

Q: What are the key keywords?

A: acetone, dimethyl ketone, 2‑propanone, solvents, assay, distillation, permanganate time, aldehyde test, nonvolatile matter, water content.