1.1 This test method is intended as a screening test to determine if the solids in a paint contain more than
0.5 % lead. The test described barely detects the presence of
0.4 % but gives a definite positive result at the
0.5 % level. NOTE 1—This test method may be used to detect the presence of lead at concentrations higher or lower than
0.5 % by making appropriate changes in the specimen size and reagent quantities specified.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.3 Paints giving an unexpected positive or questionable result should be analyzed quantitatively for lead, using Test Method D3335.
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. Specific hazard statements are given in Section 7.
ASTM D3618-05(2015) Referenced Document
ASTM D1193 Standard Specification for Reagent Water
ASTM D2832 Standard Guide for Determining Volatile and Nonvolatile Content of Paint and Related Coatings
ASTM D3335 Standard Test Method for Low Concentrations of Lead, Cadmium, and Cobalt in Paint by Atomic Absorption Spectroscopy*, 2020-02-01 Update
ASTM D3618-05(2015) history
2022ASTM D3618-05(2022) Standard Test Method for Detection of Lead in Paint and Dried Paint Films
2015ASTM D3618-05(2015) Standard Test Method for Detection of Lead in Paint and Dried Paint Films
2005ASTM D3618-05(2010) Standard Test Method for Detection of Lead in Paint and Dried Paint Films
2005ASTM D3618-05 Standard Test Method for Detection of Lead in Paint and Dried Paint Films
1985ASTM D3618-85a(1999) Standard Test Method for Detection of Lead in Paint and Dried Paint Films