ASTM F1308
Standard Test Method for Quantitating Volatile Extractables in Microwave Susceptors Used for Food Products
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ASTM F1308 is the ASTM standard titled Standard Test Method for Quantitating Volatile Extractables in Microwave Susceptors Used for Food Products. It provides a technical approach for measuring volatile extractables associated with microwave susceptor materials used in food applications. This matters because controlling and quantifying extractables can support product evaluation, consistency, and quality control when selecting or assessing susceptor materials for food-contact use.
What is ASTM F1308?
This ASTM standard describes a test method for quantitating volatile extractables from microwave susceptors used for food products. In practical terms, it is intended to help users measure material components that may be released under test conditions and to compare results in a consistent way. ASTM F1308 is relevant to technical review, manufacturing control, and compliance-related evaluation where a defined method is needed to assess volatile extractables in these specialized packaging or heating materials.
Where is ASTM F1308 used?
ASTM F1308 is commonly used in the evaluation of microwave susceptor materials intended for food products, especially in packaging and product-development environments. It may be used by material suppliers, converters, quality labs, and food-packaging teams that need a repeatable way to assess volatile extractables. The standard supports testing workflows where microwave-heating performance and material behavior must be reviewed alongside product safety and consistency considerations.
Why is ASTM F1308 important?
This standard is important because it helps create a consistent basis for testing and comparing volatile extractables in microwave susceptors. That can support procurement decisions, supplier qualification, and quality control by giving organizations a recognized method for evaluation. ASTM F1308 may also help reduce uncertainty in product development and documentation by aligning testing practices around a common technical reference.
- Quantifies volatile extractables
- Applies to microwave susceptor materials
- Supports food-product packaging evaluation
- Useful for quality control and comparison
- Provides a standardized test method
- Publication Date: 2023-04-05
- Publisher: ASTM
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