ASTM D2916-09(2023)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Isophorone
Standard Specification for Isophorone
ABSTRACT
This specification covers isophorone volatile solvents used in paints, varnishes, lacquers, and related products. Isoprophone should conform to the specified requirements on apparent specific gravity, color, distillation, purity, acidity as acetic acid, and water content.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers isophorone2 (98 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer, and related products.
1.2 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.
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this specification.
1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.6 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.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Jun-2023
- Technical Committee
- D01 - Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
- Drafting Committee
- D01.35 - Solvents, Plasticizers, and Chemical Intermediates
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2012
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2011
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2010
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2008
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2007
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2007
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2006
- Effective Date
- 15-Sep-2006
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2006
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2006
- Effective Date
- 01-Apr-2006
- Effective Date
- 15-Oct-2005
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
Overview
ASTM D2916-09(2023): Standard Specification for Isophorone defines quality and purity requirements for isophorone volatile solvents intended for use in paints, varnishes, lacquers, and related products. Developed by ASTM International, this specification addresses the critical properties and testing methods necessary to ensure safe and consistent performance of isophorone in industrial and commercial coating formulations.
Isophorone (98% grade), also known as 3,5,5-trimethyl-2-cyclohexene-1-one, is a key ketone solvent widely used in the production and application of various coatings and chemical intermediates. This standard establishes the criteria for conformance to support manufacturers, suppliers, and end users in achieving global compliance and product reliability.
Key Topics
- Product Requirements: Details the mandatory quality aspects for isophorone, such as apparent specific gravity, color, distillation range, purity, acidity, and water content.
- Testing and Sampling: Specifies test methods and sampling practices, referencing established ASTM procedures, for verifying each property:
- Specific Gravity: ASTM D4052 or D268
- Color: ASTM D1209 or D5386
- Distillation Range: ASTM D1078
- Acidity: ASTM D1613
- Water Content: ASTM D1364
- Packaging: Requires that packaging size and type be agreed upon by buyer and supplier, and that all packaging complies with relevant transportation and regulatory guidelines.
- Units and Compliance: All measurements are standardized in SI units, and rounding of values follows Practice E29 for uniformity.
- Health and Safety: Recommends users consult the relevant Safety Data Sheets and establish appropriate procedures for safe handling, use, and disposal.
Applications
Isophorone’s excellent solvency and evaporation characteristics make it suitable for a variety of applications, which are addressed by this ASTM standard:
- Industrial Coatings: Used as a solvent in paints, varnishes, and lacquers for improved film formation and application properties.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Serves as an intermediate in the synthesis of other chemicals and resins.
- Formulation Consistency: Ensures that isophorone supplied to manufacturers meets quality standards for predictable performance in final products.
- Regulatory Compliance: Supports procurement and quality assurance processes by providing a clear benchmark for acceptance testing.
By adhering to ASTM D2916-09(2023), stakeholders can ensure product consistency, meet international regulatory requirements, and optimize the performance of coating systems and chemical products.
Related Standards
To provide robust, reliable characterization of isophorone, ASTM D2916-09(2023) references and is supported by the following closely related standards:
- ASTM D1078: Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Organic Liquids
- ASTM D1209: Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
- ASTM D1364: Test Method for Water in Volatile Solvents (Karl Fischer Reagent Titration)
- ASTM D1613: Test Method for Acidity in Volatile Solvents and Chemical Intermediates
- ASTM D4052: Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Meter
- ASTM D268 & E300: Guides and Practices for Sampling and Testing
- Federal Specification PPP-C-2020: Guidelines for packaging chemicals
Keywords: isophorone, ketone solvents, ASTM D2916, paint solvents, industrial coatings, volatile solvents, purity specification, ASTM standards, chemical intermediates, quality control.
For professionals in the coatings, chemical manufacturing, and quality assurance sectors, ASTM D2916-09(2023) provides essential criteria to ensure the sourcing and use of high-purity isophorone aligned with current industry and international requirements.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM D2916-09(2023) is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Isophorone". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification covers isophorone volatile solvents used in paints, varnishes, lacquers, and related products. Isoprophone should conform to the specified requirements on apparent specific gravity, color, distillation, purity, acidity as acetic acid, and water content. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers isophorone2 (98 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer, and related products. 1.2 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. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this specification. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 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.
ABSTRACT This specification covers isophorone volatile solvents used in paints, varnishes, lacquers, and related products. Isoprophone should conform to the specified requirements on apparent specific gravity, color, distillation, purity, acidity as acetic acid, and water content. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers isophorone2 (98 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer, and related products. 1.2 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. 1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this specification. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 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.
ASTM D2916-09(2023) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.080.80 - Aldehydes and ketones. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D2916-09(2023) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D1613-06(2012), ASTM D1078-11, ASTM D5386-10, ASTM E29-08, ASTM D1364-02(2007), ASTM D268-01(2007), ASTM E29-06b, ASTM E29-06a, ASTM D2192-06, ASTM E29-06, ASTM D1613-06, ASTM D5386-05, ASTM D1078-05, ASTM D1209-05, ASTM D1209-05e1. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
ASTM D2916-09(2023) is available in PDF format for immediate download after purchase. The document can be added to your cart and obtained through the secure checkout process. Digital delivery ensures instant access to the complete standard document.
Standards Content (Sample)
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.
Designation: D2916 − 09 (Reapproved 2023)
Standard Specification for
Isophorone
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D2916; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Coatings and Material
D1078 Test Method for Distillation Range of Volatile Or-
1.1 This specification covers isophorone (98 % grade) for
ganic Liquids
use in paint, varnish, lacquer, and related products.
D1209 Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-
1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this
Cobalt Scale)
standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this
D1364 Test Method for Water in Volatile Solvents (Karl
standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be
Fischer Reagent Titration Method)
rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit
D1613 Test Method for Acidity in Volatile Solvents and
used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with
Chemical Intermediates Used in Paint, Varnish, Lacquer,
the rounding-off method of Practice E29.
and Related Products
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as D2192 Test Method for Purity of Aldehydes and Ketones
(Withdrawn 2021)
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
standard. D4052 Test Method for Density, Relative Density, and API
Gravity of Liquids by Digital Density Meter
1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, see the
D5386 Test Method for Color of Liquids Using Tristimulus
supplier’s Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this speci-
Colorimetry
fication.
E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
Determine Conformance with Specifications
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
E300 Practice for Sampling Industrial Chemicals
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
2.2 U.S. Federal Specification:
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
PPP-C-2020 Chemicals, Liquid, Dry, and Paste: Packaging
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
of
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
3. Properties
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
3.1 Isophorone shall conform to the following requirements:
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Apparent specific gravity:
20/20 °C 0.921 to 0.923
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
or
25/25 °C 0.918 to 0.920
2. Referenced Documents
Color, Pt-Co scale, max (Note 1) 100
3 Distillation, °C
2.1 ASTM Standards:
Initial boiling point, min 210
D268 Guide for Sampling and Testing Volatile Solvents and
95 % point, max 218
Purity, weight % min 98
Chemical Intermediates for Use in Paint and Related
Acidity as acetic acid, weight %, max 0.02
Water, weight %, max 0.1
1 NOTE 1—Instrumental Pt-Co color determined by Test Method D5386
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on Paint
have been shown to have no statistically significant difference from Pt-Co
and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and is the direct responsibi
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