ASTM D1603 Standard Test Method for Carbon Black Content in Olefin Plastics

EUROLAB laboratory provides testing and compliance services within the scope of ASTM D1603 standard. This test method covers the determination of the carbon black content in polyethylene, polypropylene and polybutylene plastics.

Not recommended for use with acrylic or other polar monomer modifications that may affect accuracy. Determinations of carbon black content are made gravimetrically after pyrolysis of the sample under nitrogen. This test method is not applicable to compositions containing non-volatile pigments or fillers other than carbon black.

The purpose of the ASTM D1603 test is to determine the carbon black content in Olefin materials such as polyethylene or polypropylene that do not contain non-volatile additives or fillers. The test is often used as a quality control measurement for black polyolefins.

This test method is not applicable to materials that eventually contain brominated flame retardant additives.

Values ​​stated in SI units should be accepted as standard. Values ​​in parentheses are for informational purposes only.

This standard does not purport to address all, if any, safety concerns associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and to determine the applicability of regulatory restrictions prior to use.

EUROLAB assists manufacturers with ASTM D1603 test compliance. Our test experts, with their professional working mission and principles, provide you, our manufacturers and suppliers, the best service and controlled testing process in our laboratories. Thanks to these services, businesses receive more effective, high-performance and quality testing services and provide safe, fast and uninterrupted service to their customers.