ASTM D8106
Standard Test Methods for Determining the Oil Sorption Capacity of Organophilic Clay
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ASTM D8106 is the ASTM standard focused on determining the oil sorption capacity of organophilic clay. It provides a technical basis for evaluating how much oil a treated clay material can absorb or retain, which is important for comparing products and supporting consistent quality decisions. For buyers, laboratories, and manufacturers, this standard helps bring clarity to performance claims and supports more reliable testing and product selection.
ASTM D8106 standard overview
The official title, Standard Test Methods for Determining the Oil Sorption Capacity of Organophilic Clay, indicates a test-oriented document centered on measuring sorption behavior in organophilic clay materials. ASTM D8106 is relevant where oil uptake is a key performance attribute and where standardized methods are needed to compare results across materials, batches, or suppliers. As an ASTM standard, it supports more consistent evaluation and helps align technical reporting with a common testing approach.
Where is ASTM D8106 used?
This standard is commonly used in laboratories, quality control programs, and procurement workflows that evaluate organophilic clay products. It is most relevant when oil sorption capacity needs to be measured for material qualification, incoming inspection, or product comparison. ASTM D8106 may also be used by manufacturers and test facilities that need a repeatable method for reporting how an organophilic clay performs under controlled test conditions.
Practical importance of ASTM D8106
ASTM D8106 matters because it helps reduce uncertainty when oil sorption performance is part of a product requirement or purchase specification. A standardized test method supports more consistent results, making it easier to compare offerings, verify compliance, and document performance for internal or customer-facing use. It can also help limit risk by giving stakeholders a clearer technical basis for acceptance decisions and quality control checks.
- Oil sorption capacity measurement
- Organophilic clay evaluation
- Comparative testing consistency
- Quality control and acceptance review
- Product performance documentation
- Publication Date: 2017-09-28
- Publisher: ASTM
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