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ASTM D85-05(2023)

Standard Specification for Ochre Pigment

Summary

1.1 This specification covers ferrous earthy pigment included under the general term “ochre.” The pigment may be purchased in the dry form.

1.2 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.


Rationale:

This specification covers ferrous earthy pigment included under the general term “ochre.” The pigment shall be a hydrated oxide of iron permeating a siliceous base and shall be free from added impurities and added coloring matter. The following test methods shall be conducted: chemical analysis of dry pigment; coarse particles; mass color and tinting strength; volatile matter; and moisture. The results of these test methods should conform to the pigment requirements.

Technical characteristics

Publisher American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM International)
Publication Date 09/01/2005
Confirmation Date 06/01/2023
Collection
Page Count 2
Themes Pigments and extenders
EAN ---
ISBN ---
Weight (in grams) ---

Replaces

01/09/2005
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Previous versions

01/09/2005
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01/09/2005
Superseded , Reaffirmed
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01/09/2005
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01/01/1987
Superseded , Reaffirmed
Historical