ASTM D1133-09
Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents

Standard No.

ASTM D1133-09

Release Date

2009

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D1133-10

Latest

ASTM D1133-13(2021)

Scope

The kauri-butanol value is used as a measure of solvent power of hydrocarbon solvents. High kauri-butanol values indicate relatively strong solvency.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the relative solvent power of hydrocarbon solvents used in paint and lacquer formulations. This test method is suitable for use with solvents having an initial boiling point over 40°C and a dry point under 300°C when determined in accordance with the procedures in Note 1.

Note 18212;Test Method D 86 is used to determine the initial boiling point and dry point for mineral spirits and similar petroleum solvents. Test Method D 1078 is used for pure compounds and narrow boiling range cuts.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.3 For purposes of determining conformance of an observed or a calculated value using this test method to relevant specifications, test result(s) shall be rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E 29.

1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, consult the supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet.

1.5 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 D1133-09 Referenced Document

• ASTM D1078 Standard Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Organic Liquids
• ASTM D304 Standard Specification for n-Butyl Alcohol (Butanol)
• ASTM D841 Standard Specification for Nitration Grade Toluene
• ASTM D86 Standard Test Method for Distillation of Petroleum Products
• ASTM E29 Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications

ASTM D1133-09 history

• 2021 ASTM D1133-13(2021) Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 2013 ASTM D1133-13 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 2010 ASTM D1133-10 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 2009 ASTM D1133-09 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 2004 ASTM D1133-04 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 2002 ASTM D1133-02 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 1997 ASTM D1133-97(2001) Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents
• 1997 ASTM D1133-97 Standard Test Method for Kauri-Butanol Value of Hydrocarbon Solvents