ASTM D6166-97(2003)
Standard Test Method for Color of Naval Stores and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)

Standard No.

ASTM D6166-97(2003)

Release Date

1997

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D6166-08

Latest

ASTM D6166-12(2022)

Scope

4.1 This test method provides a more precise way of measuring Gardner color than described in Test Method D 1544. It is applicable to naval stores products having colors from Gardner 1 to Gardner 18. The Gardner scale is not applicable to materials with colors lighter than 1 or darker than 18.

1.1 This test method covers the quantitative determination of the color of clear, yellow/brown, liquid materials using color measuring instruments. The results may be invalid if other materials are used. The test uses the Gardner color scale described in Test Method D 1544. This test method applies to naval stores products including tall oil, tall oil fatty acids, rosin, and related products.

1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, problems 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 D6166-97(2003) history

• 2022 ASTM D6166-12(2022) Standard Test Method for Color of Pine Chemicals and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)
• 2016 ASTM D6166-12(2016) Standard Test Method for Color of Pine Chemicals and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)
• 2012 ASTM D6166-12 Standard Test Method for Color of Pine Chemicals and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)
• 2008 ASTM D6166-08 Standard Test Method for Color of Naval Stores and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)
• 1997 ASTM D6166-97(2003) Standard Test Method for Color of Naval Stores and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)
• 1997 ASTM D6166-97 Standard Test Method for Color of Naval Stores and Related Products (Instrumental Determination of Gardner Color)