Test Method: SATRA TM396

Screening for the presence of chlorides in solid organic materials - the Beilstein test

March 2014

SCOPE

The method is intended to provide an indication of whether an organic material may contain chloride(s). The method is particularly applicable to polymeric materials such as mouldings, pre-moulded compound, coated fabrics and dried adhesive and for checking for halogenating priming of bonding surfaces.

PRINCIPLE

A very small quantity of the test material is introduced to the surface of a copper probe and burnt in a gas flame. The colour of the flame provides an indication of whether or not chlorine may be present.

REFERENCES

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

HISTORY

First issued March 2014.

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

• Solings - PVC, TR and other thermoplastic
• Tests applicable to several material types
• Textiles and coated textiles, including synthetic uppers and linings