ASTM E3237-19

1.1This specification covers biomass derived, undenatured ethanol intended for use in industrial applications such as adhesives, detergents, inks, chemicals, plastics, paints, thinners, etc.

1.2Nothing in this specification shall preclude observance of federal, state, or local regulations.

1.3Undenatured ethanol has many regulatory limitations that cover the production, trading, transporting, distributing, wholesale and retail sale, and use of undenatured ethanol; this specification does not purport to address the regulatory compliance aspects of these activities.

1.4This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.5This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.