ASTM E1789-04
Standard Guide for Writing Ink Identification

Standard No.

ASTM E1789-04

Release Date

2004

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Withdraw 2004-12

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ASTM E1789-04

Scope

1.1 This guide covers assisting forensic examiners in identifying writing inks. Included in this analysis scheme are the necessary tools and techniques which have been successfully utilized to reach conclusions as to the common or different origin of two samples of ink.

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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

ASTM E1789-04 Referenced Document

• ASTM E1422 Standard Guide for Test Methods for Forensic Writing Ink Comparison
• ASTM E444 Standard Guide for Scope of Work Relating to Forensic Document Examiners

ASTM E1789-04 history

• 2004 ASTM E1789-04 Standard Guide for Writing Ink Identification
• 1996 ASTM E1789-96 Standard Guide for Writing Ink Identification