Standard Method of Test for Quantifying Calcium Oxychloride Formation Potential of Cementitious Pastes Exposed to Deicing Salts

Abstract

This test method covers the procedure for quantitative determination of the formation potential of calcium oxychloride amounts formed in cement pastes exposed to chloride-based deicing salts, particularly calcium and magnesium chloride.

The amount of calcium oxychloride that forms is an indicator for potential susceptibility of these mixtures to undergo damage when exposed to chloride-based deicing salts in the field.

The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as the standard.

This standard does not purport to address all of the safety problems, 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.