1.1 This classification system covers the classification of rubber-grade carbon blacks by the use of a four-character nomenclature system. The first character gives some indication of the influence of the carbon black on the rate of cure of a typical rubber compound containing the black. The second character gives information on the average surface area of the carbon black. The last two characters are assigned arbitrarily.
1.2 All rubber-grade carbon blacks for which a number is currently assigned at the time of publication of this classification system are listed in Table 1 together with some of their typical properties. ASTM classification numbers (“N” or “S” designation) not listed in Table 1 have either been withdrawn or are not currently assigned. The use of inactive or unassigned N or S designations is prohibited until such a time as the designation is officially reactivated or assigned by Subcommittee D24.41
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
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.
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.
ASTM D1765-17 Referenced Document
ASTM D1508 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black, Pelleted-Fines and Attrition
ASTM D1510 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black8212;Iodine Adsorption Number
ASTM D1513 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black, Pelleted-Pour Density
ASTM D1514 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black—Sieve Residue*, 2023-04-01 Update
ASTM D2414 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black—Oil Absorption Number (OAN)*, 2023-11-01 Update
ASTM D3053 Standard Terminology Relating to Carbon Black
ASTM D3265 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black—Tint Strength*, 2024-01-01 Update
ASTM D3493 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black—Oil Absorption Number of Compressed Sample (COAN)*, 2021-06-01 Update
ASTM D6556 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black—Total and External Surface Area by Nitrogen Adsorption*, 2021-05-01 Update
ASTM D1765-17 history
1970ASTM D1765-23b Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products (Standard + Redline PDF Bundle)
2023ASTM D1765-23a Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2023ASTM D1765-23 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2022ASTM D1765-22 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2021ASTM D1765-21 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2019ASTM D1765-19 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2018ASTM D1765-18 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2017ASTM D1765-17 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2016ASTM D1765-16 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2014ASTM D1765-14 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2013ASTM D1765-13 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2010ASTM D1765-10 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2006ASTM D1765-06 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2005ASTM D1765-05ae1 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2005ASTM D1765-05a Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2005ASTM D1765-05 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2004ASTM D1765-04a Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2004ASTM D1765-04e1 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2004ASTM D1765-04 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2003ASTM D1765-03 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2001ASTM D1765-01e1 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2001ASTM D1765-01 Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products
2001ASTM D1765-00a Standard Classification System for Carbon Blacks Used in Rubber Products