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This International Standard defines the general conditions for making thermogravimetric measurements on polymers. Thermogravimetric data may be used to determine the initial temperature and rate of decomposition of polymers; at the same time, the amounts of volatiles, additives, and fillers can also be measured. This International Standard is applicable to polymers in the form of powders and to fabricated shapes reduced to appropiate particle size. The normal operating temperature range is from ambient temperature up to 600 or 800 ° C (depending on the apparatus).