This test method covers the determination of the absorbancy rate of paper for printing inks having an oil vehicle but is normally used only for easily permeable papers such as news, book, and mimeograph.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee D06 on Paper and Paper Products, this test method was withdrawn in December 2009 due to insufficient committee interest in reviewing and revising the standard.

A correlation has been established between the results of this test and the printing of uncoated papers.

1.1 This test method covers the determination of the absorbancy rate of paper for printing inks having an oil vehicle but is normally used only for easily permeable papers such as news, book, and mimeograph.

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.