1.1 This test method may be used to measure the amount of formaldehyde evolced from air-dry water reducible coatings utilizing latices, resin emulsions, or water reducible alkyds. The results may be used to define the "free" formaldehyde evolved from a sample under controlled laboratory conditions.

1.2 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.