ASTM D127-87(1999)
Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax Including Petrolatum

Standard No.

ASTM D127-87(1999)

Release Date

1987

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D127-87(2004)

Latest

ASTM D127-19

Scope

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the drop melting point of petroleum wax. It is used primarily for petrolatums and other microcrystalline wax.

Note 1-Additional methods used for petroleum waxes are Test Method D87 and Test Method D938. Results obtained may differ, depending on the method used. For pharmaceutical petrolatum, Test Method D127 usually is used.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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 D127-87(1999) history

• 2019 ASTM D127-19 Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum
• 2008 ASTM D127-08(2015) Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum
• 2008 ASTM D127-08 Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum
• 2005 ASTM D127-05 Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax, Including Petrolatum
• 2004 ASTM D127-87(2004) Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax Including Petrolatum
• 1987 ASTM D127-87(1999) Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point of Petroleum Wax Including Petrolatum
• 1977 ASTM D127-63(1977) Standard Test Method for Drop Melting Point Of Petroleum Wax Including Petrolatum