ASTM D 6731 Standard Test Method for Determining the Aerobic, Aquatic Biodegradability of Lubricants or Lubricant Components in a Closed Respirometer

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ASTM D 6731 Document Information:

Title
Standard Test Method for Determining the Aerobic, Aquatic Biodegradability of Lubricants or Lubricant Components in a Closed Respirometer

ASTM International

Publication Date:
Nov 10, 2001

Scope:

This test method covers a procedure for determining the degree of biodegradability of lubricants or their components in an aerobic aqueous medium on exposure to an inoculum under controlled laboratory conditions. This test method is an ultimate biodegradation test that measures oxygen demand in a closed respirometer. 

This test method is suitable for evaluating the biodegradation of volatile as well as nonvolatile lubricants or lubricant components. 

This test method is applicable to lubricants and lubricant components which are not toxic and not inhibitory to the test microorganisms at the test concentration.

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 

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 hazards are given in Section 10.

Keywords:

water insoluble

aerobic

sewage sludge

degree (of biodegradation)

municipal

BOD

ThO2

biodegradation

respirometer

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