1.1 This test method covers the determination of salts in crude oil.

1.2 The accepted concentration units are pounds NaCl per 1000 bbl of crude oil.

1.3 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations, and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems 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. For specific precautionary statements, see 6.3, 6.4, and 6.11.