Standard Practice for Detergent Resistance of Organic Finishes

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
3.1 Any effects such as color change, blistering. loss of adhesion, softening, or embrittlement are observed and noted.
SCOPE
1.1 This practice covers the determination of the resistance to failure, in an accelerated manner, of organic finishes when immersed in a detergent solution.  
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only.  
1.3 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.  
1.4 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
31-Jan-2018
Drafting Committee
D01.27 - Accelerated Testing

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Overview

ASTM D2248-01a(2018), Standard Practice for Detergent Resistance of Organic Finishes, is an internationally recognized standard developed by ASTM International. It outlines procedures to determine the accelerated resistance of organic finishes, such as paints and coatings, when immersed in a detergent solution. The standard is widely used to assess the durability and quality of finishes exposed to cleaning environments, providing guidance for industries concerned with coating performance and longevity.

Key Topics

  • Detergent Resistance Testing: Describes how to evaluate organic finishes’ resistance by immersing test specimens in a detergent solution and monitoring for failures such as color change, blistering, loss of adhesion, softening, or embrittlement.
  • Test Specimen Preparation: Guidance on size, composition, and preparation of test specimens, including surface preparation according to related ASTM methods.
  • Test Apparatus: Specifies requirements for containers, agitation, and temperature control to ensure consistent testing conditions.
  • Detergent Solution: Details on standard detergent composition, concentration, temperature, and solution replacement practices.
  • Evaluation and Reporting: Outlines methods for examining and evaluating specimens after exposure, noting any visible degradation, and referencing supplementary ASTM test methods for detailed analysis.
  • Safety and Compliance: Emphasizes the user’s responsibility for implementing appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices.

Applications

  • Industrial Coating Evaluation: Manufacturers of paints, varnishes, and coatings use this standard to verify resistance to detergents, supporting product development and quality assurance.
  • Automotive and Appliance Industries: Ensures coatings on vehicles, appliances, and equipment withstand repeated cleaning cycles and exposure to cleaning agents without significant degradation.
  • Architectural and Construction Sectors: Assists in assessing building materials and surfaces for suitability in environments where regular cleaning is necessary, such as hospitals, schools, and food-processing facilities.
  • Benchmarking and Comparative Testing: Enables suppliers and purchasers to specify and compare coating products based on standardized resistance criteria.
  • Regulatory and Contractual Compliance: Supports compliance with contracts and regulatory requirements by providing a recognized method for documenting detergent resistance of organic finishes.

Related Standards

The following ASTM standards are frequently referenced in conjunction with ASTM D2248-01a(2018) for comprehensive coating evaluation:

  • ASTM D609: Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels
  • ASTM D823: Practices for Producing Uniform Films of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
  • ASTM D1005, D1186, D1400: Methods for Measuring Dry Film Thickness
  • ASTM D1193: Specification for Reagent Water used in solution preparation
  • ASTM D714, D1474, D2197, D2244, D3359: Test methods for evaluating film properties, blistering, adhesion, and color changes
  • ASTM D1654, D610: Evaluation of corrosion resistance in painted or coated specimens

Practical Value

Implementing ASTM D2248-01a(2018) in your testing protocols ensures that organic finishes meet performance expectations concerning detergent exposure. The standard’s methodology supports both manufacturers and end users in making data-driven decisions when selecting and specifying coatings for applications requiring high durability against cleaning agents. Using this recognized practice improves product consistency, customer satisfaction, and can minimize costly failures or recalls due to inadequate coating resistance.

Keywords: ASTMD2248, detergent resistance, organic finishes, coating durability, paint testing, blistering, adhesion loss, ASTM standards, accelerated testing, coating evaluation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

ASTM D2248-01a(2018) is a standard published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Practice for Detergent Resistance of Organic Finishes". This standard covers: SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 Any effects such as color change, blistering. loss of adhesion, softening, or embrittlement are observed and noted. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the determination of the resistance to failure, in an accelerated manner, of organic finishes when immersed in a detergent solution. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only. 1.3 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. 1.4 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.

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE 3.1 Any effects such as color change, blistering. loss of adhesion, softening, or embrittlement are observed and noted. SCOPE 1.1 This practice covers the determination of the resistance to failure, in an accelerated manner, of organic finishes when immersed in a detergent solution. 1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard. The values in parentheses are for information only. 1.3 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. 1.4 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 D2248-01a(2018) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 87.040 - Paints and varnishes. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

ASTM D2248-01a(2018) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D2248-01a(2013), ASTM D1005-95(2020), ASTM D1730-09(2020), ASTM D610-08(2019), ASTM D823-17, ASTM D1654-08(2016), ASTM D2244-15a, ASTM D2244-15, ASTM D2244-15e1, ASTM D1730-09(2014), ASTM D2244-14, ASTM D523-14, ASTM D2197-13, ASTM D610-08(2012), ASTM D823-95(2012). Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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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: D2248 − 01a (Reapproved 2018)
Standard Practice for
Detergent Resistance of Organic Finishes
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D2248; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision.Anumber in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval.A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope D1186Test Methods for Nondestructive Measurement of
Dry Film Thickness of Nonmagnetic CoatingsApplied to
1.1 This practice covers the determination of the resistance
a Ferrous Base (Withdrawn 2006)
to failure, in an accelerated manner, of organic finishes when
D1193Specification for Reagent Water
immersed in a detergent solution.
D1400TestMethodforNondestructiveMeasurementofDry
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
Film Thickness of Nonconductive Coatings Applied to a
standard. The values in parentheses are for information only. 3
Nonferrous Metal Base (Withdrawn 2006)
1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the D1474Test Methods for Indentation Hardness of Organic
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
Coatings
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro- D1654Test Method for Evaluation of Painted or Coated
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
Specimens Subjected to Corrosive Environments
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. D1730 Practices for Preparation of Aluminum and
1.4 This international standard was developed in accor-
Aluminum-Alloy Surfaces for Painting
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard- D2092Guide for Preparation of Zinc-Coated (Galvanized)
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Steel Surfaces for Painting (Withdrawn 2008)
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom- D2197Test Method for Adhesion of Organic Coatings by
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Scrape Adhesion
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee. D2244Practice for Calculation of Color Tolerances and
Color Differences from Instrumentally Measured Color
2. Referenced Documents
Coordinates
D3359Test Methods for Rating Adhesion by Tape Test
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D523Test Method for Specular Gloss
3. Significance and Use
D609Practice for Preparation of Cold-Rolled Steel Panels
3.1 Any effects such as color change, blistering. loss of
for Testing Paint, Varnish, Conversion Coatings, and
Related Coating Products adhesion, softening, or embrittlement are observed and noted.
D610Practice for Evaluating Degree of Rusting on Painted
4. Apparatus
Steel Surfaces
D714Test Method for Evaluating Degree of Blistering of 4.1 Container—A corrosion-resistant container equipped
Paints
with the means to control the solution temperature within the
D823Practices for Producing Films of Uniform Thickness range specified and to control the liquid level at 65mm( ⁄16
of Paint, Varnish, and Related Products on Test Panels
in.). Agitation may be required to maintain temperature uni-
D1005Test Method for Measurement of Dry-Film Thick- formity.
ness of Organic Coatings Using Micrometers
4.2 Cover—The container shall be provided with a cover to
retard evaporation and to contain the test specimens com-
pletely.
This practice is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on Paint and
Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications and is the direct responsibility of
5. Test Specimens
Subcommittee D01.27 on Accelerated Testing.
Current edition approved Feb. 1, 2018. Published February 2018. Originally
5.1 Unless otherwise specified, the test specimens shall be
approved in 1964. Last previous edition approved in 2013 as D2248–01a (2013).
100by300by0.9mm(4by12in.by20gage)insize.Thetest
DOI: 10.1520/D2248-01AR18.
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contact ASTM Customer Service at service@astm.org. For Annual Book of ASTM
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D2248 − 01a (2018)
specimen composition, surface preparation, and number of test mens so that they are not in contact with any metal and are no
specimensshallbeagreeduponbythepurchaserandtheseller. closer together than 25 mm (1 in.) at any point in the bath.
Replace the detergent solution with fresh detergent solution
NOTE 1—Applicable test panel description and surface preparation
every168h.ImmersetestspecimensinType4deionizedwater
methods are as follows: Practices D609, D1730 and D2092.
when the detergent solution is being changed. Do not keep the
6. Coating of Test Specimens
test specimens out of the detergent solution for longer than 30
min. If successive tests are to be correlated, each test shall
6.1 The method of application, film thickness, curing, and
include control panels. The panel composition and paint
conditioning of the test surface shall be agreed upon between
formulation used for the control panels shall be the same for
the purchaser and the seller.
each test.
NOTE 2—Application and film thickness measurement methods are
8.2 E
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