This test method covers the determination of total iodine value and is applicable to oils, fatty acids, and bodied oils. While this test method is applicable to all oils and fatty acids and bodied oils, it is particularly useful for those drying oils or derivatives that have conjugated unsaturation.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee D01 on Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications, this test method was withdrawn in February 2006 in accordance with section 10.5.3.1 of the Regulations Governing ASTM Technical Committees, which requires that standards shall be updated by the end of the eighth year since the last approval date.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of total iodine value.

1.2 This test method is applicable to oils, fatty acids, and bodied oils. While this test method is applicable to all oils and fatty acids and bodied oils, it is particularly useful for those drying oils or derivatives that have conjugated unsaturation.

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 whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific hazard statements are given in Sections 6 and 7.