ASTM D871-96

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for testing cellulose acetate.

1.2 The test procedures appear in the following sections:

Sections Ash 8 and 11 Color and Haze 68 to 72 Combined Acetyl or Acetic Acid Content Test Method A. Solution Method 17, 19 to 23 Test Method B. Heterogeneous Saponification Method 17, 24 to 26 Free Acidity 12 to 16 Heat Stability 47 to 56 Hydroxyl Content 27 to 33 Intrinsic Viscosity 57 to 62 Moisture Content 4 and 7 Primary Hydroxyl Content 34 to 39 Sulfur or Sulfate Content 40 to 45 Viscosity 63 and 66