Biodegradability – Organic compounds in an aqueous medium – Determination by analysis of dissolved organic carbon (DOC)

Published by	Publication Date	Number of Pages
AS	01/01/1996		8

Category: AS

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AS 4351.2 – Biodegradability – Organic compounds in an aqueous medium – Determination by analysis of dissolved organic carbon (DOC)

Sets out a method for the evaluation of the ‘ready’ biodegradability of organic compounds by aerobic microorganisms using a test medium. Measurement of the percentage removal of dissolved organic carbon at regular intervals allows evaluation of the biodegradability of the test compound. The method generally applies to compounds which are soluble, non-volatile and not inhibitory to the test microorganisms at the concentration chosen for the test. Technically equivalent to ISO 7827:1994.