significance And Use:

scope:

1.1 This guide leads the user through the process for setting a color tolerance for a product or material. It points to the appropriate ASTM standards that affect each step of the process. It includes the discussion points on which the two parties must agree and provides caveats for various options selected.

1.2 This guide does not suggest numerical values for tolerances. These values must be agreed upon by the two parties involved.

1.3 This 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.