ASTM D7882-13

5.1 The presence of 4-CBA and 5.2 Determining the amount of 4-CBA and p-TOL remaining from the manufacture of PTA is often required. This test method is suitable for setting specifications and for use as an internal quality control where these products are produced or used.

5.3 This test method is intended as an alternative to the HPLC method for determination of 4-CBA and 1.1 This test method covers the determination of 4-carboxybenzaldehyde (4-CBA) and p-toluic acid (1.2 In determining the conformance of the test results using this method to applicable specifications, results shall be rounded off in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E29.

1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this 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.