ASTM D4659-03 - 1.11.2003
 
Significance and Use

These test methods can be used for research or for quality control to characterize isocyanates used in polyurethane products.

 
1. Scope

1.1 These test methods determine the specific gravity of toluenediiosocyanate and crude methylene-bis-(4-phenylisocyanate). These test methods also are applicable to many other liquids. (See Note 1.)

1.1.1 Test Method A Specific gravity by pycnometer, for high-accuracy determination.

1.1.2 Test Method B Specific gravity by hydrometer, for a less accurate, but rapid, determination.

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

1.3 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. For specific warning and precautionary statements see Notes 2 and 3.

Note 1—There is no equivalent ISO standard.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E202-24

Standard Test Methods for Analysis of Ethylene Glycols and Propylene Glycols

E100-19(2024)

Standard Specification for ASTM Hydrometers

D4052-22

Standard Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Meter

D883-26b

Standard Terminology Relating to Plastics (Includes all amendments and changes 8/24/2026).

E2251-14(2021)

Standard Specification for Liquid-in-Glass ASTM Thermometers with Low-Hazard Precision Liquids

D1193-24

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

D891-25

Standard Test Methods for Specific Gravity, Apparent, of Liquid Industrial Chemicals