This test method provides an index for comparing the level of solvents retained in flexible barrier materials of the same construction which result from casting, coating, printing, or laminating operations.

Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee F02 on Flexible Barrier Materials, this test method was withdrawn in June 2004.

1.1 This test method provides an index for comparing the level of solvents retained in flexible barrier materials of the same construction which result from casting, coating, printing, or laminating operations.

1.2 This test method does not yield absolute quantitative measurements of solvents retained in flexible barrier materials.

1.3 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of whoever uses this standard to consult and establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. Specific precautionary statements are given in Section 8 and Note 6.