ASTM D 871 : 1996 : R2026
Current
The latest, up-to-date edition.
Standard Test Methods of Testing Cellulose Acetate
English
01-02-2026
| Committee |
D 01
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| DocumentType |
Test Method
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| Pages |
13
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| PublisherName |
American Society for Testing and Materials
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| Status |
Current
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| Supersedes |
1.1ÂThese test methods cover procedures for testing cellulose acetate.
1.2ÂThe test procedures appear in the following sections:
 | Sections |
Ash |  8 to 11 |
Color and Haze | 67 to 72 |
Combined Acetyl or Acetic Acid Content | Â |
 Test Method A. Solution Method | 17, 19 to 23 |
 Test Method B. Heterogeneous Saponification Method | 17, 24 to 26 |
Free Acidity | 12 to 16 |
Heat Stability | 47 to 56 |
Hydroxyl Content | 27 to 33 |
Intrinsic Viscosity | 57 to 62 |
Moisture Content |  4 to 7 |
Primary Hydroxyl Content | 34 to 39 |
Sulfur or Sulfate Content | 40 to 45 |
Viscosity | 63 to 66 |
1.3ÂThe values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.
1.4ÂThis 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.5ÂThis international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
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