ASTM D3256 : 86(2004)

Standard Test Methods for Chemical Analysis of Phthalocyanine Blue and Green Pigments

Standard Details

1.1 These test methods cover procedures for the qualitative chemical analysis of pigments known commercially as copper phthalocyanine blue and green.

1.2 The procedures appear in the following order:

	Section
Identification	5
Moisture and Other Volatile Matter	6
Detection of Basic Dye Derivatives	7
Detection of Other Organic Coloring Matter	8
Detection of Ultramarine Blue	9
Detection of Iron Blue or Chrome Green	10

1.3 This standard does not purport to address 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.