ASTM D1387-89(1995)e1
Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes

Standard No.

ASTM D1387-89(1995)e1

Release Date

1989

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D1387-89(2002)

Latest

ASTM D1387-89(2019)

Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the sa- ponification number of synthetic waxes and natural waxes.

1.2 This test method is applicable to Fischer Tropsche, microcrystalline, polyethylene and Montan Ester waxes.

1.3 Certain synthetic waxes, notably copolymers of ethyl- ene, exhibit poor reproducibility when running saponification values. Reproducibility can be improved if cooking time in 7.2 is extended from 3 h to 18-20 h.

1.4 Some oxidized polyethylene and other waxes with a melt temperature above 100176C may give poor reproducibility.

1.5 Some dark-colored (Gardner Color 14) waxes may obscure the color change of the indicator, resulting in poor reproducibility.

1.6 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.

ASTM D1387-89(1995)e1 history

• 2019 ASTM D1387-89(2019) Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes
• 1989 ASTM D1387-89(2012) Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes
• 1989 ASTM D1387-89(2007) Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes
• 1989 ASTM D1387-89(2002) Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes
• 1989 ASTM D1387-89(1995)e1 Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes
• 1984 ASTM D1387-84 Standard Test Method for Saponification Number (Empirical) of Synthetic and Natural Waxes