1.1 This test method covers the determination of resistance of leather finish to cracking, flaking or becoming tacky after aging.
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 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.
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 D7912-14(2023) Referenced Document
ASTM D1517 Standard Terminology Relating to Leather
ASTM D1610 Standard Practice for Conditioning Leather and Leather Products for Testing
ASTM D2813 Standard Practice for Sampling Leather for Physical and Chemical Tests
ASTM D7912-14(2023) history
2023ASTM D7912-14(2023) Standard Test Method for Resistance of Finish to Heat Aging (Finish Stability)
2014ASTM D7912-14 Standard Test Method for Resistance of Finish to Heat Aging 40;Finish Stability41;