ASTM D521-02 - 10.1.2002
 
1. Scope

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for the chemical analysis of metallic zinc powder in the form commercially known as zinc dust for use as a pigment in paints.

1.2 The analytical procedures appear in the following order:

Sections
Moisture and Other Volatile Matter7
Coarse Particles8
Matter Soluble in Hexane9 and 10
Total Zinc11 and 12
Metallic Zinc13 and 14
Zinc Oxide15
Calcium16 and 17
Lead18
Iron19
Cadmium20
Chlorine21 and 22
Sulfur23 and 24

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.

 
2. Referenced Documents

E40-88

Standard Test Method for Chemical Analysis of Slab Zinc (Spelter) (Withdrawn 1993)

E68-56 (1972)

Method for Polarographic Determination of Lead and Cadmium in Zinc (Withdrawn 1980)

B214-22

Standard Test Method for Sieve Analysis of Metal Powders

D185-07(2023)

Standard Test Methods for Coarse Particles in Pigments

D280-01(2023)

Standard Test Methods for Hygroscopic Moisture (and Other Matter Volatile Under the Test Conditions) in Pigments

D1193-24

Standard Specification for Reagent Water

D6580-17(2023)

Standard Test Method for The Determination of Metallic Zinc Content in Both Zinc Dust Pigment and in Cured Films of Zinc-Rich Coatings