ASTM D780-95(2003) (R1995)

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the absorbancy rate of paper for printing inks having an oil vehicle but is normally used only for easily permeable papers such as news, book, and mimeograph.

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.

A correlation has been established between the results of this test and the printing of uncoated papers.