Test Method: SATRA TM354

Qualitative test for the presence of nickel

September 2004

SCOPE

This test method is intended to determine whether a material is nickel or nickel plated. The method is applicable to all metal trims and attachments.

PRINCIPLE

An acidic extract of the surface of the metal item is neutralised with ammonia and a solution of dimethylglyoxime is added. The presence of nickel is indicated by the formation of a red colour.

REFERENCES

This Test Method does not reference any additional Standards or Test Methods.

HISTORY

First issued January 1998. Revised September 2004.

AVAILABILITY

This test method is available to members and non-members.

PRICE (ex. VAT)

This price is for a printed copy of the Test Method.

• Members: £75
• Non-members: £215

TYPE

• Composition

USAGES

• Fasteners, buckles and trims