1 Scope

This method provides a means of determining the degree of corrosiveness of gasoline and middle distillate fuels to silver or silver alloys used in fuel system components. This method also applies to oxygenated gasoline and diesel blends, intermediate streams or blending components such as alkylate, reformate, and isomerate.

The testing and evaluation of a product against this method may require the use of materials and/or equipment that could be hazardous. This document does not purport to address all the safety aspects associated with its use.

Anyone using this method has the responsibility to consult the appropriate authorities and to establish appropriate health and safety practices in conjunction with any applicable regulatory requirements prior to its use.