1.1''This specification covers ethylene glycol for use in the preparation of surface coatings.

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''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.

1.4''For specific hazard information and guidance, consult the supplier's Material Safety Data Sheet.

1.5''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.