scope:

This standard describes purified aluminum sulfate in liquid, ground, or lump form for use in water and wastewater treatment.

Purpose

The purpose of this standard is to provide the minimum requirements for aluminum sulfate, including physical, chemical, sampling, testing, packaging, and shipping requirements.

Application

This standard can be referenced in specifications for purchasing and receiving aluminum sulfate and can be used as a guide for testing the physical and chemical properties of aluminum sulfate samples. The stipulations of this standard apply when this document has been referenced and then only to aluminum sulfate used in water supply service and wastewater treatment applications.