ASTM E506-98(2003)

1.1 This test method covers the determination of mercury in liquid chlorine with a lower limit of detection of 0.1 ppb.

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. Specific precautionary statements are given in Sections 7, 6.3, 6.4, 6.5, and Note 2.

1.3 Review the current safety data sheet (MSDS) for detailed information concerning toxicity, first-aid procedures, and safety precautions.

This test method was developed primarily for the determination of traces of mercury in chlorine produced by the mercury-cell process.