1.1 This guide is used for the determination of nitrate anion in electrocoat bath permeate by use of chemically suppressed and non-suppressed ion chromatography (IC).

1.2 Other anions, with the exception of phosphate, may be determined in electrocoat bath permeates by use of this guide.

1.3 It is the responsibility of the user of this guide to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.