ASTM E1456-08
Standard Specification for Caustic Potash; Solid (Potassium Hydroxide; Solid)

Standard No.

ASTM E1456-08

Release Date

2008

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Latest

ASTM E1456-08

Scope

1.1 This specification covers two grades of solid caustic potash, 85 % and 90 %.

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

1.3 Review the current Materials Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for detailed information concerning toxicity, first aid procedures, handling and safety precautions.

1.4 The following safety hazards caveat pertains only to the test methods portion, Section 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 E1456-08 Referenced Document

• ASTM E291 Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Caustic Soda and Caustic Potash (Sodium Hydroxide and Potassium Hydroxide)
• ASTM E300 Standard Practice for Sampling Industrial Chemicals

ASTM E1456-08 history

• 2008 ASTM E1456-08 Standard Specification for Caustic Potash; Solid (Potassium Hydroxide; Solid)
• 1997 ASTM E1456-97(2002) Standard Specification for Caustic Potash; Solid (Potassium Hydroxide; Solid)
• 1997 ASTM E1456-97 Standard Specification for Caustic Potash; Solid (Potassium Hydroxide; Solid)