This test method covers the determination of asphalt content of asphalt mixture and asphalt pavement samples by  removing the asphalt cement in an ignition furnace. The means of sample heating may be the convection method or direct irradiation method.

1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

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, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.