ASTM D1109-84(2013)
Standard Test Method for 1?% Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood

Standard No.

ASTM D1109-84(2013)

Release Date

1984

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

Status

Be replaced

Replace By

ASTM D1109-21

Latest

ASTM D1109-21

Scope

2.1 Hot alkali extracts low molecular weight carbohydrates consisting mainly of hemicellulose and degraded cellulose in wood. This solubility of wood is an indication of the degree of fungal decay, or degradation by heat, light, oxidation, and so forth. The more decay or degradation, the higher the solubility.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the solubility of wood in a hot dilute alkali solution. A18201;% solution of sodium hydroxide (NaOH) is used. One application is in determining the degree of fungus decay that has taken place in a given wood sample. As the wood decays, the percentage of alkali-soluble material increases in proportion to the decrease in pulp yield caused by the decay.

1.2 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 D1109-84(2013) history

• 2021 ASTM D1109-21 Standard Test Method for 1 % Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood
• 1984 ASTM D1109-84(2013) Standard Test Method for 1?% Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood
• 1984 ASTM D1109-84(2007) Standard Test Method for 1% Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood
• 1984 ASTM D1109-84(2001) Standard Test Method for 1% Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood
• 1984 ASTM D1109-84(1995)e1 Standard Test Method for 1% Sodium Hydroxide Solubility of Wood