1.1 This test method covers the determination of moisture, volatile matter, and ash in charcoal made from wood. The test method is applicable to lumps and briquets and is designed for the evaluation of charcoal quality. The test method employs apparatus that is found in most laboratories and is adapted to routine analyses of a large number of samples.
1.2 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.
1.3 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 D1762-84(2021) Referenced Document
ASTM D3176 Standard Practice for Ultimate Analysis of Coal and Coke
ASTM D3180 Standard Practice for Calculating Coal and Coke Analyses from As-Determined to Different Bases
ASTM D346 Standard Practice for Collection and Preparation of Coke Samples for Laboratory Analysis
ASTM D410 Standard performance specification for men's and women's woven overalls, cheesecloth overalls, overalls, and factory uniform fabrics
ASTM D1762-84(2021) history
2021ASTM D1762-84(2021) Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Wood Charcoal
1984ASTM D1762-84(2013) Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Wood Charcoal
1984ASTM D1762-84(2007) Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Wood Charcoal
1984ASTM D1762-84(2001) Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Wood Charcoal
1984ASTM D1762-84(1995)E1 Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Wood Charcoal