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title: "ASTM D1506"
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description: " These test methods cover the determination of the ash content of carbon black."
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ASTM Standard

# ASTM D1506

Standard Test Methods for Carbon Black—Ash Content

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## Significance and Use

4.1 The ash content of a carbon black is the amount of non-carbon components present after combustion. Primary contributants to ash are the manufacturing process water and the catalyst in the feedstock.

## Scope

1.1 These test methods cover the determination of the ash content of carbon black.

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