ASTM D4416-09(2023)
(Specification)Standard Specification for Acrylic Acid
Standard Specification for Acrylic Acid
ABSTRACT
This specification covers glacial acrylic acid (99.0% grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products. The properties of the material shall be determined in accordance with the following test methods: purity; water; color; inhibitor; and dimer.
SCOPE
1.1 This specification covers glacial acrylic acid2 (99.0 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products.
1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, 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 For hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet.
1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 6.
1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
General Information
- Status
- Published
- Publication Date
- 30-Jun-2023
- Technical Committee
- D01 - Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
- Drafting Committee
- D01.35 - Solvents, Plasticizers, and Chemical Intermediates
Relations
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2010
- Effective Date
- 01-Oct-2008
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2007
- Effective Date
- 15-Nov-2006
- Effective Date
- 15-Sep-2006
- Effective Date
- 01-Jun-2006
- Effective Date
- 01-May-2006
- Effective Date
- 15-Oct-2005
- Refers
ASTM D4415-05 - Standard Test Methods for Determination of Dimer in Acrylic Acid (Withdrawn 2011) - Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
- Effective Date
- 15-May-2005
- Effective Date
- 01-Dec-2004
- Effective Date
- 01-Jan-2004
- Effective Date
- 10-Dec-2002
- Effective Date
- 10-May-2002
Overview
ASTM D4416-09(2023): Standard Specification for Acrylic Acid outlines the requirements for glacial acrylic acid (99.0% grade) used in the manufacture of paint, varnish, lacquer, and related products. Developed by ASTM International, this standard ensures consistent quality and safety practices for industrial users and suppliers. The specification defines critical properties such as purity, water content, color, inhibitor level, and dimer content, and provides guidance on safety, storage, testing, and packaging.
Key Topics
- Glacial Acrylic Acid Purity: Specifies a minimum purity of 99.0% for glacial acrylic acid to ensure reliability and performance in coatings and related applications.
- Chemical Properties: Regulates maximum levels of water (0.20% by weight), color (Pt-Co scale max 20), and dimer (max 1.0% by weight), and requires the presence of the inhibitor monomethyl ether of hydroquinone (200 ± 20 ppm) for stability.
- Testing Procedures: Identifies ASTM-approved test methods for analyzing purity, water content, color, inhibitors, and dimer, ensuring consistency in quality assessment.
- Safety and Handling: Outlines key handling precautions, including proper ventilation, temperature range for storage (15°C to 25°C), and warnings about polymerization hazards if acrylic acid freezes and thaws rapidly.
- Packaging Requirements: Mandates conformance with applicable transportation regulations and federal packaging specifications.
Applications
Acrylic acid specified under ASTM D4416-09(2023) is widely used in industries requiring high-purity chemical intermediates, specifically:
- Paints and Coatings: As a crucial monomer in producing emulsions and binders for paints, coatings, and lacquers, providing enhanced adhesion and weather resistance.
- Varnishes and Lacquers: Used as a reactive component for durable, clear finishes on wood and other materials.
- Resins and Adhesives: Serves as a building block in polymers for adhesives, sealants, and specialty resins.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Supports formulation of superabsorbent polymers and other functional acrylic-based materials.
Compliance with ASTM D4416-09(2023) helps manufacturers, formulators, and suppliers maintain product quality, meet regulatory expectations, and ensure compatibility with downstream processes.
Related Standards
The following standards are referenced within ASTM D4416-09(2023) and are essential for correct testing procedures and quality assurance:
- ASTM D1209: Standard Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
- ASTM D1364: Standard Test Method for Water in Volatile Solvents (Karl Fischer Reagent Titration)
- ASTM D3125: Standard Test Method for Monomethyl Ether of Hydroquinone in Colorless Monomeric Acrylate Esters and Acrylic Acid
- ASTM D5386: Standard Test Method for Color of Liquids Using Tristimulus Colorimetry
- ASTM E29: Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
- ASTM E300: Practice for Sampling Industrial Chemicals
- U.S. Fed. Spec. PPP-C-2020: Chemicals, Liquid, Dry, and Paste - Packaging
Using these referenced methods alongside ASTM D4416-09(2023) ensures accurate measurement, safe handling, and reliable supply chain processes for acrylic acid and related applications.
Keywords: ASTM D4416-09(2023), acrylic acid, glacial acrylic acid, paint industry standards, chemical specification, inhibitor, dimer, industrial coatings, quality assurance, packaging regulations.
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Frequently Asked Questions
ASTM D4416-09(2023) is a technical specification published by ASTM International. Its full title is "Standard Specification for Acrylic Acid". This standard covers: ABSTRACT This specification covers glacial acrylic acid (99.0% grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products. The properties of the material shall be determined in accordance with the following test methods: purity; water; color; inhibitor; and dimer. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers glacial acrylic acid2 (99.0 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products. 1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, 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 For hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 6. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ABSTRACT This specification covers glacial acrylic acid (99.0% grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products. The properties of the material shall be determined in accordance with the following test methods: purity; water; color; inhibitor; and dimer. SCOPE 1.1 This specification covers glacial acrylic acid2 (99.0 % grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products. 1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, 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 For hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet. 1.5 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. For specific hazard statements, see Section 6. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
ASTM D4416-09(2023) is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 71.080.40 - Organic acids. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.
ASTM D4416-09(2023) has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to ASTM D5386-10, ASTM E29-08, ASTM D1364-02(2007), ASTM E29-06b, ASTM E29-06a, ASTM D3125-06, ASTM E29-06, ASTM D5386-05, ASTM D4415-05, ASTM D1209-05, ASTM D1209-05e1, ASTM E29-04, ASTM D5386-04, ASTM D1364-02, ASTM E29-02e1. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.
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Standards Content (Sample)
This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
Designation: D4416 − 09 (Reapproved 2023)
Standard Specification for
Acrylic Acid
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D4416; the number immediately following the designation indicates the year of
original adoption or, in the case of revision, the year of last revision. A number in parentheses indicates the year of last reapproval. A
superscript epsilon (´) indicates an editorial change since the last revision or reapproval.
1. Scope Fischer Reagent Titration Method)
D3125 Test Method for Monomethyl Ether of Hydroquinone
1.1 This specification covers glacial acrylic acid (99.0 %
in Colorless Monomeric Acrylate Esters and Acrylic Acid
grade) for use in paint, varnish, lacquer and related products.
(Withdrawn 2021)
1.2 The following applies to all specified limits in this
D4415 Test Methods for Determination of Dimer in Acrylic
standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this
Acid (Withdrawn 2011)
standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be
D5386 Test Method for Color of Liquids Using Tristimulus
rounded off “to the nearest unit” in the last right-hand digit
Colorimetry
used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with
E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
the rounding-off method of Practice E29.
Determine Conformance with Specifications
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as E300 Practice for Sampling Industrial Chemicals
E301 Test Method for Total Acidity of Organic Acids (With-
standard. No other units of measurement are included in this
standard. drawn 2001)
2.2 U.S. Federal Specification:
1.4 For hazard information and guidance, see the supplier’s
PPP-C-2020 Chemicals, Liquid, Dry, and Paste: Packaging
Safety Data Sheet.
of
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
3. Properties
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
3.1 Glacial acrylic acid shall conform to the following
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
requirements:
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Acrylic acid, weight %, min 99.0
For specific hazard statements, see Section 6.
Water, weight %, max 0.20
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
Color, Pt-Co scale, max (Note 1) 20
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
Inhibitor, monomethyl ether of 200 ± 20
A
hydroquinone, ppm
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Appearance clear, transparent, with
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
no sediment
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
Dimer, as shipped, weight %, max 1.0
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
A
or as agreed upon between the buyer and the seller. Content below 180 ppm is
not recommended as a safety precaution.
2. Referenced Documents
NOTE 1—Instrumental Pt-Co color determined by Test Method D5386
2.1 ASTM Standards:
have been shown to have no statistically significant difference from Pt-Co
D1209 Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-
color determined by Test Method D1209. However, it is not known
Cobalt Scale)
whether acrylic acid was part of the sample set included in the interlabo-
D1364 Test Method for Water in Volatile Solvents (Karl
ratory study.
4. Sampling
This specification is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on P
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