These test methods covered the 24-h gas-space acetaldehyde (AA) content of freshly-blown polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles.

These test methods were withdrawn in December 2004 in accordance with section 10.5.3.1 of the Regulations Governing ASTM Technical Committees, which requires that standards shall be updated by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 These test methods cover the 24-h gas-space acetaldehyde (AA) content of freshly blown polyethylene terephthalate (PET) bottles.

1.2 These test methods, containing internal or external standard calibration, are applicable to all PET bottles.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

Note 1- These is no similar or equivalent ISO standard.

1.4 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.