1.1 This test method covers the X-ray emission spectrometric analysis of limestone, quicklime, hydrated lime, and hydraulic lime using wavelength dispersive instruments.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.
1.3 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 10.
1.4 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 C1271-99(2020) Referenced Document
ASTM C25 Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Limestone, Quicklime, and Hydrated Lime
ASTM C50 Standard Practice for Sampling, Sample Preparation, Packaging, and Marking of Lime and Limestone Products*, 2024-04-21 Update
ASTM C51 Standard Terminology Relating to Lime and Limestone (as Used by the Industry)*, 2023-10-01 Update