ASTM D5394-02(2012)

1.1 This specification defines Type I (high quality reclaimed 1,1,1-trichloroethane, approximating MIL Specification), Type II (good quality reclaimed solvent), Type III (minimal acceptable reclaimed solvent).

1.2 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. For a specific hazards statement see Section 4.

1.3 1,1,1-trichloroethane also is known commercially as methyl chloroform.

TABLE 1 Properties, Type I

^A Distill 100 mL solvent, collect 50 mL distillate, and conduct scratch test on distillate and portion remaining in distillation flask.

TABLE 2 Properties, Type II

^A Distill 100 mL solvent, collect 50 mL distillate, and conduct scratch test on distillate and portion remaining in distillation flask.

TABLE 3 Properties, Type III^A

^A Type III reclaimed 1,1,1-trichloroethane is not recommended for use in precision cleaning or vapor degreasing applications.

^B Distill 100 mL solvent, collect 50 mL distillate, and conduct scratch test on distillate and portion remaining in distillation flask.