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ASTM D3734: Standard Specification for High-Flash Aromatic Naphthas

Publication Date: May 15, 2005
SDO: ASTM: ASTM International
 DOD Adopted   ANSI Approved Approved

This specification covers two types of aromatic hydrocarbon solvents, normally petroleum distillates, having high flash points, moderately low volatility, and a distillation range of approximately 30°C (50°F). These solvents are used primarily by the coatings industry and are commonly referred to as high-flash aromatic naphthas.

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off "to the nearest unit" in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E29.

For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this specification.

*A Summary of Changes section appears at the end of this standard.

aromatic naphthas
high-flash
solvents

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