1.1''This specification covers four types of hydrocarbon solvents, normally petroleum distillates, used primarily in the coatings and dry-cleaning industries. '''Mineral spirits''' is the most common name for these solvents. They are also called '''Stoddard Solvents''' when used for dry cleaning.

1.2''For specific hazard information and guidance, see the supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet for materials listed in this specification.

1.3''The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. The values given in parentheses are for information only.

1.4''The following applies to all specified limits in this standard; for purposes of determining conformance with this standard, an observed value or a calculated value shall be rounded off '''to the nearest unit''' in the last right-hand digit used in expressing the specification limit, in accordance with the rounding-off method of Practice E29.

1.5''The following hazard caveat pertains only to the test method portion, 6.1.10, of this specification. 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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

1.6''This 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.