ASTM D1363-06(2019)

Standard Test Method for Permanganate Time of Acetone and Methanol

SIGNIFICANCE AND USE
4.1 The permanganate time can be used to judge the presence of oxidizable materials that may be associated with manufacture or contamination during distribution and to assess compliance with a specification.  
4.2 Many chemical processes that use acetone or methanol, or both, involve catalyst, metals, or ligand complexes that are sensitive to oxidation. Since oxidizable contaminants may affect the efficiency of these processes, this test method provides a comparative test for manufacturing control and assessing compliance with a specification.
SCOPE
1.1 This test method covers the detection in acetone and methanol of the presence of impurities that reduce potassium permanganate.  
1.2 For purposes of determining conformance of an observed or a calculated value using this test method to relevant specifications, test result(s) 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 the standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.  
1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, consult the supplier's Material 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.  
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: 31-Mar-2019
• ICS: 71.080.60 - Alcohols. Ethers
• ICS: 71.080.80 - Aldehydes and ketones
• Technical Committee: D01 - Paint and Related Coatings, Materials, and Applications
• Drafting Committee: D01.35 - Solvents, Plasticizers, and Chemical Intermediates

Relations

• Replaces: ASTM D1363-06(2011) - Standard Test Method for Permanganate Time of Acetone and Methanol
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2019
• Refers: ASTM E29-08 - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 01-Oct-2008
• Refers: ASTM D329-07e1 - Standard Specification for Acetone <a href="#fn00002"></a>
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2007
• Refers: ASTM D329-07 - Standard Specification for Acetone
• Effective Date: 01-Jun-2007
• Refers: ASTM E29-06b - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 15-Nov-2006
• Refers: ASTM E29-06a - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 15-Sep-2006
• Refers: ASTM E29-06 - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 01-May-2006
• Refers: ASTM D1152-06 - Standard Specification for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
• Effective Date: 01-Apr-2006
• Refers: ASTM D1193-06 - Standard Specification for Reagent Water
• Effective Date: 01-Mar-2006
• Refers: ASTM D1209-05 - Standard Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
• Effective Date: 15-May-2005
• Refers: ASTM D1209-05e1 - Standard Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
• Effective Date: 15-May-2005
• Refers: ASTM E29-04 - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 01-Dec-2004
• Refers: ASTM D329-02 - Standard Specification for Acetone
• Effective Date: 10-Dec-2002
• Refers: ASTM E29-02e1 - Standard Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• Effective Date: 10-May-2002
• Refers: ASTM D1209-00 - Standard Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
• Effective Date: 10-May-2000

Overview

ASTM D1363-06(2019) - Standard Test Method for Permanganate Time of Acetone and Methanol is an essential international standard established by ASTM International. This test method determines the presence of oxidizable impurities in acetone and methanol by measuring how long it takes for potassium permanganate to be reduced by substances in the sample. The permanganate time is a key quality indicator, ensuring both chemical purity and compliance with industry specifications. The standard is widely recognized and fulfills requirements in manufacturing, quality control, and regulatory environments.

Key Topics

• Detection of Oxidizable Impurities
  The core of this method is to judge the presence of materials that reduce potassium permanganate, which can indicate impurities originating from manufacturing or contamination during distribution.

• Quality Assurance and Compliance
  This standard aids in assessing whether acetone and methanol meet specified purity requirements, an essential factor for industries relying on high-purity solvents.

• Impact on Sensitive Processes
  Many chemical processes involve catalysts, metals, or ligand complexes that are sensitive to oxidation. Oxidizable contaminants in solvents like acetone and methanol may adversely impact process efficiency, product quality, or catalyst life.

• Comparative Testing for Manufacturing Control
  The test provides a practical way to compare production batches, supporting consistent quality control and specification adherence.

• Reporting and Precision
  Results are reported based on standardized color comparison, using specified timing and temperature conditions. The method includes recommendations for repeatability and reproducibility, ensuring that data is robust and reliable.

Applications

ASTM D1363 is widely used in several areas:

• Chemical Manufacturing
  Ensures feedstock solvents like acetone and methanol meet internal and external purity standards before being used in synthesis, extraction, or catalyst-driven processes.

• Quality Control Laboratories
  Implements routine checks on incoming raw materials and finished products to detect and quantify potential oxidizable contaminants.

• Distribution and Supply Chain
  Provides a benchmark for verifying that solvents have not been contaminated during packaging, storage, or transport.

• Regulatory Documentation
  Facilitates compliance documentation for industries subject to local or international quality standards, sales specifications, or governmental regulations.

• Industrial Solvents Processing
  Essential in industries such as pharmaceuticals, coatings, adhesives, and fine chemicals where the purity of acetone and methanol can affect reaction outcomes and product performance.

Related Standards

ASTM D1363-06(2019) is frequently used alongside the following standards for comprehensive solvent analysis and quality control:

• ASTM D329 - Specification for Acetone
• ASTM D1152 - Specification for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
• ASTM D1193 - Specification for Reagent Water
• ASTM D1209 - Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-Cobalt Scale)
• ASTM E29 - Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to Determine Conformance with Specifications
• ASTM E180 (withdrawn) - Practice for Determining the Precision of ASTM Methods for Analysis and Testing of Industrial and Specialty Chemicals
• ASTM E346 (withdrawn) - Test Methods for Analysis of Methanol

These related references help ensure holistic assessment of solvent quality and compliance in demanding industrial applications.

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Keywords: ASTM D1363, permanganate time, acetone test method, methanol purity, oxidizable impurities, solvent quality control, chemical process compliance, ASTM solvent standards

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: D1363 − 06 (Reapproved 2019)
Standard Test Method for
Permanganate Time of Acetone and Methanol
This standard is issued under the fixed designation D1363; 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.
This standard has been approved for use by agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense.
1. Scope D1193 Specification for Reagent Water
D1209 Test Method for Color of Clear Liquids (Platinum-
1.1 This test method covers the detection in acetone and
Cobalt Scale)
methanol of the presence of impurities that reduce potassium
E29 Practice for Using Significant Digits in Test Data to
permanganate.
Determine Conformance with Specifications
1.2 For purposes of determining conformance of an ob-
E180 Practice for Determining the Precision of ASTM
served or a calculated value using this test method to relevant
Methods for Analysis and Testing of Industrial and Spe-
specifications, test result(s) shall be rounded off “to the nearest
cialty Chemicals (Withdrawn 2009)
unit” in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the
E346 Test Methods for Analysis of Methanol (Withdrawn
specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method
2017)
of Practice E29.
3. Summary of Test Method
1.3 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the
standard. The values given in parentheses are for information
3.1 Substances reacting with potassium permanganate in
only.
neutral solutions reduce it to manganese dioxide, which colors
the solution yellow. In the permanganate test, the time required
1.4 For specific hazard information and guidance, consult
for the color of the test solution to change to that of a standard
the supplier’s Material Safety Data Sheet.
solution is measured. The color of the test solution changes
1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the
from pink-orange to yellow-orange.
safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the
responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appro-
4. Significance and Use
priate safety, health, and environmental practices and deter-
4.1 The permanganate time can be used to judge the
mine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
presence of oxidizable materials that may be associated with
1.6 This international standard was developed in accor-
manufacture or contamination during distribution and to assess
dance with internationally recognized principles on standard-
compliance with a specification.
ization established in the Decision on Principles for the
Development of International Standards, Guides and Recom-
4.2 Many chemical processes that use acetone or methanol,
mendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical
or both, involve catalyst, metals, or ligand complexes that are
Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.
sensitive to oxidation. Since oxidizable contaminants may
affect the efficiency of these processes, this test method
2. Referenced Documents
provides a comparative test for manufacturing control and
assessing compliance with a specification.
2.1 ASTM Standards:
D329 Specification for Acetone
5. Apparatus
D1152 Specification for Methanol (Methyl Alcohol)
5.1 Color Comparison Tubes—Matched 50-mL, tall-form
Nessler tubes, provided with ground on, optically clear, glass
This test method is under the jurisdiction of ASTM Committee D01 on Paint
caps.
and Related Coatings, Materials, andApplications and is the direct responsibility of
5.2 Constant-Temperature Bath, capable of maintaining a
Subcommittee D01.35 on Solvents, Plasticizers, and Chemical Intermediates.
Current edition approved April 1, 2019. Published April 2019. Originally
temperature of 15.0 6 0.5 °C or of 25.0 6 0.5 °C. It is
approved in 1955. Last previous edition approved in 2011 as D1363 – 06 (2011).
important that the constant-temperature bath be protected from
DOI: 10.1520/D1363-06R19.
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D1363 − 06 (2019)
direct light. If a glass constant-temperature bath is employed, it 7.2 Fill a 50-mL Nessler tube beyond the mark with the
should be wrapped or coated with an opaque material. sample under test and place in the constant-temperature bath.
Maintain the water level in the bath approximately 25 mm (1
5.3 Pipet, capable of delivering 2.0 mL of solution.
in.) below the top of the tube. When the specimen has reached
5.4 Interval Timer and Clock, capable of measuring a time
the specified temperature, bring the level to the 50-mL mark.
interval of 120 min or more. An alarm arrangement may be
With a pipet, add 2 mL of the KMnO solution. Stopper the
desirable.
tube, invert once to mix the contents, return to the bath, and
note the time.At the end of the minimum time specified for the
6. Reagents
material being tested, remove the tube and compare it to the
6.1 Reagent-grade chemicals shall be used in all tests.
color standard by viewing downward through the tube against
Unless otherwise indicated, it is intended that all reagents shall
a white background from which diffused white light is re-
conf
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