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1.1This practice covers procedures to evaluate the compatibility of coatings with inhibitors used to prevent flash rusting of steel before application of coatings.

1.2The inhibitors are used with water-blast cleaning surface preparation and may be used with or without abrasives.

1.3The manufacturer of the coatings shall be consulted to ensure compatibility of inhibitors with the coatings.

1.4This 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.