Tobacco and tobacco products - Determination of water content - Karl Fischer method

This document specifies a method for the determination of water content by the Karl Fischer method. It is applicable to raw tobacco as well as tobacco taken from finished products. The method is suitable for water contents ranging from a mass fraction of at least 2Â % to 55Â %.

Tabac et produits du tabac - Détermination de la teneur en eau - Méthode de Karl Fischer

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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 6488
Third edition
2021-06
Corrected version
2021-10
Tobacco and tobacco products —
Determination of water content —
Karl Fischer method
Tabac et produits du tabac — Détermination de la teneur en eau —
Méthode de Karl Fischer
Reference number
ISO 6488:2021(E)
© ISO 2021

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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent . 2
8 Sampling . 3
9 Procedure .3
9.1 Sample handling . 3
9.2 Test portion . 4
9.3 Preparation of titration apparatus . 4
9.4 Blank test . 4
9.5 Determination . 4
10 Expression of results . 5
11 Repeatability and reproducibility .5
12 Test report . 6
Bibliography . 8
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ISO 6488:2021(E)
Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www.iso.org/directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www.iso.org/patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to
the World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see
www.iso.org/iso/foreword.html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 126, Tobacco and tobacco products.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6488:2004), which has been technically
revised. It also incorporates the Technical Corrigendum ISO 6488:2004/Cor 1:2008.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— the term high-moisture tobacco has been deleted;
— further information on interlaboratory testing including additional sample types and corresponding
statistical data have been added.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www.iso.org/members.html.
This corrected version of ISO 6488:2021 incorporates the following correction:
— a warning for the safe handling of methanol has been added in 5.2.
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ISO 6488:2021(E)
Introduction
This document specifies a Karl Fischer method for the determination of the water content of tobacco
and tobacco products. Independent collaborative studies were conducted in 2002, 2009, and 2018. This
method is applicable to ground tobacco, a range of smokeless tobacco products, cigarette filler and
ground cigars.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 6488:2021(E)
Tobacco and tobacco products — Determination of water
content — Karl Fischer method
1 Scope
This document specifies a method for the determination of water content by the Karl Fischer method. It
is applicable to raw tobacco as well as tobacco taken from finished products. The method is suitable for
water contents ranging from a mass fraction of at least 2 % to 55 %.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 648, Laboratory glassware — Single-volume pipettes
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods
3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
4 Principle
The water content of a sample of tobacco or a tobacco product is determined, using the volumetric
procedure, by extraction of water by shaking the sample with dry methanol, followed by injection of an
aliquot portion into the titration vessel, titration with pyridine-free Karl Fischer reagent and calculation
of the water content. The results are reported as mass percent (%).
If a size reduction (grinding or cutting) is applied, it can create a decrease in the original water content.
Cryogenic techniques may be used to prevent such moisture losses.
5 Reagents
Use only reagents of recognized analytical grade.
5.1 Karl Fischer reagent, free from pyridine, having a water equivalent per millilitre of reagent of
approximately 2 mg to 5 mg.
5.2 Methanol, with a water content of less than 0,05 g per 100 g.
Methanol is hygroscopic so it is recommended to cap the bottle with an automatic delivery pipette
equipped with drying tube.
1
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WARNING — Methanol is toxic. There is danger of very serious irreversible effects through
inhalation, contact with the skin and if swallowed. Take precautions and read Material Safety
Data Sheets (MSDS).
5.3 Desiccant, silica gel, freshly activated.
5.4 Water, in accordance with grade 2 of ISO 3696, or better.
6 Apparatus
Usual laboratory apparatus and, in particular, the following items.
All glassware used in the preparation and in the water determination shall be heated at (105 ± 5) °C
for at least 1 h after visible water has evaporated. The glassware shall then be cooled and stored in a
desiccator over desiccant (5.3) until used.
6.1 Karl Fischer apparatus for automatic titration, consisting of items 6.1.1 to 6.1.5.
6.1.1 Apparatus for the detection of the titration end point, according to the biamperiometrical
method.
6.1.2 Double electrode, made of platinum.
6.1.3 Magnetic stirrer.
6.1.4 Titration vessel.
6.1.5 Automatic burettes, for methanol and Karl Fischer reagent.
6.2 Mechanical shaker, rotary platform, adjustable to a shaking frequency suitable for vigorous
mixing.
6.3 Microsyringe, for the determination of the water equivalent, of capacity 50 µl.
6.4 Glass volumetric pipettes, class A, of capacities 10 ml and 20 ml, in accordance with ISO 648.
6.5 Conical flasks, of capacities 250 ml and 500 ml, with a conical ground glass joint.
6.6 Hot-air oven, capable of maintaining a temperature of (105 ± 5) °C.
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent
Add sufficient methanol (5.2) to the titration vessel (6.1.4) to immerse the tips of the electrodes. Titrate
any residual solution (see NOTE) in the titration vessel to its end point by addition of Karl Fischer
reagent (5.1).
Add 50 µl of water to the titration vessel using the microsyringe (6.3). To ensure that the syringe does
not contain air bubbles, fill it
...

INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 6488
Third edition
2021-06
Tobacco and tobacco products —
Determination of water content —
Karl Fischer method
Tabac et produits du tabac — Détermination de la teneur en eau —
Méthode de Karl Fischer
Reference number
ISO 6488:2021(E)
©
ISO 2021

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ISO 6488:2021(E)

Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent . 2
8 Sampling . 3
9 Procedure. 3
9.1 Sample handling . 3
9.2 Test portion . 3
9.3 Preparation of titration apparatus . 4
9.4 Blank test . 4
9.5 Determination . 4
10 Expression of results . 5
11 Repeatability and reproducibility . 5
12 Test report . 6
Bibliography . 8
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Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/ directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www .iso .org/ patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the
World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see www .iso .org/
iso/ foreword .html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 126, Tobacco and tobacco products.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6488:2004), which has been technically
revised. It also incorporates the Technical Corrigendum ISO 6488:2004/Cor 1:2008.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— the term high-moisture tobacco has been deleted;
— further information on interlaboratory testing including additional sample types and corresponding
statistical data have been added.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www .iso .org/ members .html.
iv © ISO 2021 – All rights reserved

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ISO 6488:2021(E)

Introduction
This document specifies a Karl Fischer method for the determination of the water content of tobacco
and tobacco products. Independent collaborative studies were conducted in 2002, 2009, and 2018. This
method is applicable to ground tobacco, a range of smokeless tobacco products, cigarette filler and
ground cigars.
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INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 6488:2021(E)
Tobacco and tobacco products — Determination of water
content — Karl Fischer method
1 Scope
This document specifies a method for the determination of water content by the Karl Fischer method. It
is applicable to raw tobacco as well as tobacco taken from finished products. The method is suitable for
water contents ranging from a mass fraction of at least 2 % to 55 %.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 648, Laboratory glassware — Single-volume pipettes
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods
3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
4 Principle
The water content of a sample of tobacco or a tobacco product is determined, using the volumetric
procedure, by extraction of water by shaking the sample with dry methanol, followed by injection of an
aliquot portion into the titration vessel, titration with pyridine-free Karl Fischer reagent and calculation
of the water content. The results are reported as mass percent (%).
If a size reduction (grinding or cutting) is applied, it can create a decrease in the original water content.
Cryogenic techniques may be used to prevent such moisture losses.
5 Reagents
Use only reagents of recognized analytical grade.
5.1 Karl Fischer reagent, free from pyridine, having a water equivalent per millilitre of reagent of
approximately 2 mg to 5 mg.
5.2 Methanol, with a water content of less than 0,05 g per 100 g.
Methanol is hygroscopic so it is recommended to cap the bottle with an automatic delivery pipette
equipped with drying tube.
5.3 Desiccant, silica gel, freshly activated.
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5.4 Water, in accordance with grade 2 of ISO 3696, or better.
6 Apparatus
Usual laboratory apparatus and, in particular, the following items.
All glassware used in the preparation and in the water determination shall be heated at (105 ± 5) °C
for at least 1 h after visible water has evaporated. The glassware shall then be cooled and stored in a
desiccator over desiccant (5.3) until used.
6.1 Karl Fischer apparatus for automatic titration, consisting of items 6.1.1 to 6.1.5.
6.1.1 Apparatus for the detection of the titration end point, according to the biamperiometrical
method.
6.1.2 Double electrode, made of platinum.
6.1.3 Magnetic stirrer.
6.1.4 Titration vessel.
6.1.5 Automatic burettes, for methanol and Karl Fischer reagent.
6.2 Mechanical shaker, rotary platform, adjustable to a shaking frequency suitable for vigorous
mixing.
6.3 Microsyringe, for the determination of the water equivalent, of capacity 50 µl.
6.4 Glass volumetric pipettes, class A, of capacities 10 ml and 20 ml, in accordance with ISO 648.
6.5 Conical flasks, of capacities 250 ml and 500 ml, with a conical ground glass joint.
6.6 Hot-air oven, capable of maintaining a temperature of (105 ± 5) °C.
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent
Add sufficient methanol (5.2) to the titration vessel (6.1.4) to immerse the tips of the electrodes. Titrate
any residual solution (see NOTE) in the titration vessel to its end point by addition of Karl Fischer
reagent (5.1).
Add 50 µl of water to the titration vessel using the microsyringe (6.3). To ensure that the syringe does
not contain air bubbles, fill it to above the 50 µl mark, invert it and tap the air bubbles to the top. Then
depress the plunger to the 50 µl mark and remove excess water quickly from the needle tip with a
t
...

SLOVENSKI STANDARD
SIST ISO 6488:2021
01-oktober-2021
Nadomešča:
SIST ISO 6488:2004
Tobak in tobačni proizvodi - Določevanje vode – Metoda po Karl Fischerju
Tobacco and tobacco products - Determination of water content - Karl Fischer method
Tabac et produits du tabac - Détermination de la teneur en eau - Méthode de Karl
Fischer
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: ISO 6488:2021
ICS:
65.160 Tobak, tobačni izdelki in Tobacco, tobacco products
oprema and related equipment
SIST ISO 6488:2021 en
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

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SIST ISO 6488:2021
INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 6488
Third edition
2021-06
Tobacco and tobacco products —
Determination of water content —
Karl Fischer method
Tabac et produits du tabac — Détermination de la teneur en eau —
Méthode de Karl Fischer
Reference number
ISO 6488:2021(E)
©
ISO 2021

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ISO 6488:2021(E)

COPYRIGHT PROTECTED DOCUMENT
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below or ISO’s member body in the country of the requester.
ISO copyright office
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Phone: +41 22 749 01 11
Email: copyright@iso.org
Website: www.iso.org
Published in Switzerland
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SIST ISO 6488:2021
ISO 6488:2021(E)

Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent . 2
8 Sampling . 3
9 Procedure. 3
9.1 Sample handling . 3
9.2 Test portion . 3
9.3 Preparation of titration apparatus . 4
9.4 Blank test . 4
9.5 Determination . 4
10 Expression of results . 5
11 Repeatability and reproducibility . 5
12 Test report . 6
Bibliography . 8
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ISO 6488:2021(E)

Foreword
ISO (the International Organization for Standardization) is a worldwide federation of national standards
bodies (ISO member bodies). The work of preparing International Standards is normally carried out
through ISO technical committees. Each member body interested in a subject for which a technical
committee has been established has the right to be represented on that committee. International
organizations, governmental and non-governmental, in liaison with ISO, also take part in the work.
ISO collaborates closely with the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) on all matters of
electrotechnical standardization.
The procedures used to develop this document and those intended for its further maintenance are
described in the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 1. In particular, the different approval criteria needed for the
different types of ISO documents should be noted. This document was drafted in accordance with the
editorial rules of the ISO/IEC Directives, Part 2 (see www .iso .org/ directives).
Attention is drawn to the possibility that some of the elements of this document may be the subject of
patent rights. ISO shall not be held responsible for identifying any or all such patent rights. Details of
any patent rights identified during the development of the document will be in the Introduction and/or
on the ISO list of patent declarations received (see www .iso .org/ patents).
Any trade name used in this document is information given for the convenience of users and does not
constitute an endorsement.
For an explanation of the voluntary nature of standards, the meaning of ISO specific terms and
expressions related to conformity assessment, as well as information about ISO's adherence to the
World Trade Organization (WTO) principles in the Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT), see www .iso .org/
iso/ foreword .html.
This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 126, Tobacco and tobacco products.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6488:2004), which has been technically
revised. It also incorporates the Technical Corrigendum ISO 6488:2004/Cor 1:2008.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— the term high-moisture tobacco has been deleted;
— further information on interlaboratory testing including additional sample types and corresponding
statistical data have been added.
Any feedback or questions on this document should be directed to the user’s national standards body. A
complete listing of these bodies can be found at www .iso .org/ members .html.
iv © ISO 2021 – All rights reserved

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SIST ISO 6488:2021
ISO 6488:2021(E)

Introduction
This document specifies a Karl Fischer method for the determination of the water content of tobacco
and tobacco products. Independent collaborative studies were conducted in 2002, 2009, and 2018. This
method is applicable to ground tobacco, a range of smokeless tobacco products, cigarette filler and
ground cigars.
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SIST ISO 6488:2021
INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO 6488:2021(E)
Tobacco and tobacco products — Determination of water
content — Karl Fischer method
1 Scope
This document specifies a method for the determination of water content by the Karl Fischer method. It
is applicable to raw tobacco as well as tobacco taken from finished products. The method is suitable for
water contents ranging from a mass fraction of at least 2 % to 55 %.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 648, Laboratory glassware — Single-volume pipettes
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods
3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
— IEC Electropedia: available at https:// www .electropedia .org/
4 Principle
The water content of a sample of tobacco or a tobacco product is determined, using the volumetric
procedure, by extraction of water by shaking the sample with dry methanol, followed by injection of an
aliquot portion into the titration vessel, titration with pyridine-free Karl Fischer reagent and calculation
of the water content. The results are reported as mass percent (%).
If a size reduction (grinding or cutting) is applied, it can create a decrease in the original water content.
Cryogenic techniques may be used to prevent such moisture losses.
5 Reagents
Use only reagents of recognized analytical grade.
5.1 Karl Fischer reagent, free from pyridine, having a water equivalent per millilitre of reagent of
approximately 2 mg to 5 mg.
5.2 Methanol, with a water content of less than 0,05 g per 100 g.
Methanol is hygroscopic so it is recommended to cap the bottle with an automatic delivery pipette
equipped with drying tube.
5.3 Desiccant, silica gel, freshly activated.
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SIST ISO 6488:2021
ISO 6488:2021(E)

5.4 Water, in accordance with grade 2 of ISO 3696, or better.
6 Apparatus
Usual laboratory apparatus and, in particular, the following items.
All glassware used in the preparation and in the water determination shall be heated at (105 ± 5) °C
for at least 1 h after visible water has evaporated. The glassware shall then be cooled and stored in a
desiccator over desiccant (5.3) until used.
6.1 Karl Fischer apparatus for automatic titration, consisting of items 6.1.1 to 6.1.5.
6.1.1 Apparatus for the detection of the titration end point, according to the biamperiometrical
method.
6.1.2 Double electrode, made of platinum.
6.1.3 Magnetic stirrer.
6.1.4 Titration vessel.
6.1.5 Automatic burettes, for methanol and Karl Fischer reagent.
6.2 Mechanical shaker, rotary platform, adjustable to a shaking frequency suitable for vigorous
mixing.
6.3 Microsyringe, for the determination of the water equivalent, of capacity 50 µl.
6.4 Glass volumetric pipettes, class A, of capacities 10 ml and 20 ml, in accordance with ISO 648.
6.5 Conical flasks, of capacities 250 ml and 500 ml, with a conical ground glass joint.
6.6 Hot-air oven, capable of maintaining a temperature of (105 ± 5) °C.
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent
Add sufficient methanol (5.2) to the titration vessel
...

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INTERNATIONAL ISO/FDIS
DRAFT
STANDARD 6488
ISO/TC 126
Tobacco and tobacco products —
Secretariat: DIN
Determination of water content —
Voting begins on:
2021­03­29 Karl Fischer method
Voting terminates on:
Tabac et produits du tabac — Détermination de la teneur en eau —
2021­05­24
Méthode de Karl Fischer
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below or ISO’s member body in the country of the requester.
ISO copyright office
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Phone: +41 22 749 01 11
Email: copyright@iso.org
Website: www.iso.org
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Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Principle . 1
5 Reagents . 1
6 Apparatus . 2
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent . 2
8 Sampling . 3
9 Procedure. 3
9.1 Sample handling . 3
9.2 Test portion . 3
9.3 Preparation of titration apparatus . 4
9.4 Blank test . 4
9.5 Determination . 4
10 Expression of results . 5
11 Repeatability and reproducibility . 5
12 Test report . 6
Bibliography . 8
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Foreword
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This document was prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 126, Tobacco and tobacco products.
This third edition cancels and replaces the second edition (ISO 6488:2004), which has been technically
revised. It also incorporates the Technical Corrigendum ISO 6488:2004/Cor 1:2008.
The main changes compared to the previous edition are as follows:
— the term high­moisture tobacco has been deleted;
— further information on interlaboratory testing including additional sample types and corresponding
statistical data have been added.
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Introduction
This document specifies a Karl Fischer method for the determination of the water content of tobacco
and tobacco products. Independent collaborative studies were conducted in 2002, 2009, and 2018. This
method is applicable to ground tobacco, a range of smokeless tobacco products, cigarette filler and
ground cigars.
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FINAL DRAFT INTERNATIONAL STANDARD ISO/FDIS 6488:2021(E)
Tobacco and tobacco products — Determination of water
content — Karl Fischer method
1 Scope
This document specifies a method for the determination of water content by the Karl Fischer method. It
is applicable to raw tobacco as well as tobacco taken from finished products. The method is suitable for
water contents ranging from a mass fraction of at least 2 % to 55 %.
2 Normative references
The following documents are referred to in the text in such a way that some or all of their content
constitutes requirements of this document. For dated references, only the edition cited applies. For
undated references, the latest edition of the referenced document (including any amendments) applies.
ISO 648, Laboratory glassware — Single-volume pipettes
ISO 3696, Water for analytical laboratory use — Specification and test methods
3 Terms and definitions
No terms and definitions are listed in this document.
ISO and IEC maintain terminological databases for use in standardization at the following addresses:
— ISO Online browsing platform: available at https:// www .iso .org/ obp
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4 Principle
The water content of a sample of tobacco or a tobacco product is determined, using the volumetric
procedure, by extraction of water by shaking the sample with dry methanol, followed by injection of an
aliquot portion into the titration vessel, titration with pyridine-free Karl Fischer reagent and calculation
of the water content. The results are reported as mass percent (%).
If a size reduction (grinding or cutting) is applied, it can create a decrease in the original water content.
Cryogenic techniques may be used to prevent such moisture losses.
5 Reagents
Use only reagents of recognized analytical grade.
5.1 Karl Fischer reagent, free from pyridine, having a water equivalent per millilitre of reagent of
approximately 2 mg to 5 mg.
5.2 Methanol, with a water content of less than 0,05 g per 100 g.
Methanol is hygroscopic so it is recommended to cap the bottle with an automatic delivery pipette
equipped with drying tube.
5.3 Desiccant, silica gel, freshly activated.
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5.4 Water, in accordance with grade 2 of ISO 3696, or better.
6 Apparatus
Usual laboratory apparatus and, in particular, the following items.
All glassware used in the preparation and in the water determination shall be heated at (105 ± 5) °C
for at least 1 h after visible water has evaporated. The glassware shall then be cooled and stored in a
desiccator over desiccant (5.3) until used.
6.1 Karl Fischer apparatus for automatic titration, consisting of items 6.1.1 to 6.1.5.
6.1.1 Apparatus for the detection of the titration end point, according to the biamperiometrical
method.
6.1.2 Double electrode, made of platinum.
6.1.3 Magnetic stirrer.
6.1.4 Titration vessel.
6.1.5 Automatic burettes, for methanol and Karl Fischer reagent.
6.2 Mechanical shaker, rotary platform, adjustable to a shaking frequency suitable for vigorous mixing.
6.3 Microsyringe, for the determination of the water equivalent, of capacity 50 µl.
6.4 Glass volumetric pipettes, class A, of capacities 10 ml and 20 ml, in accordance with ISO 648.
6.5 Conical flasks, of capacities 250 ml and 500 ml, with a conical ground glass joint.
6.6 Hot-air oven, capable of maintaining a temperature of (105 ± 5) °C.
7 Standardization of the Karl Fischer reagent
Add sufficient methanol (5.2) to the titration vessel (6.1.4) to immerse the tips of the electrodes. Titrate
any residual solution (see NOTE) in the titration vessel to its end point by addition of Karl Fischer
reagent (5.1).
Add 50 µl of water to
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