ASTM D3720-90(2011)
Standard Test Method for Ratio of Anatase to Rutile in Titanium Dioxide Pigments by X-Ray Diffraction

Standard No.

ASTM D3720-90(2011)

Release Date

1990

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D3720-90(2019)

Latest

ASTM D3720-90(2019)

Scope

This test method is used by titanium dioxide pigment manufacturers and users for process control and product acceptance.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the ratio of anatase to rutile in titanium dioxide pigments. The method is also applicable to pigment mixtures and pigmented coatings containing titanium dioxide.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses 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.

ASTM D3720-90(2011) Referenced Document

• ASTM D215 Standard Practice for the Chemical Analysis of White Linseed Oil Paints*， 2002-01-01 Update
• ASTM D2371 Standard Test Method for Pigment Content of Solvent-Reducible Paints
• ASTM D2698 Standard Test Method for Determination of the Pigment Content of Solvent-Reducible Paints by High-Speed Centrifuging
• ASTM D3925 Standard Practice for Sampling Liquid Paints and Related Pigmented Coatings*， 1991-04-19 Update

ASTM D3720-90(2011) history

• 2019 ASTM D3720-90(2019) Standard Test Method for Ratio of Anatase to Rutile in Titanium Dioxide Pigments by X-Ray Diffraction
• 1990 ASTM D3720-90(2011) Standard Test Method for Ratio of Anatase to Rutile in Titanium Dioxide Pigments by X-Ray Diffraction
• 1990 ASTM D3720-90(2005) Standard Test Method for Ratio of Anatase to Rutile in Titanium Dioxide Pigments by X-Ray Diffraction
• 1999 ASTM D3720-90(1999) Standard Test Method for Ratio of Anatase to Rutile in Titanium Dioxide Pigments by X-Ray Diffraction