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Cite a Technical Standard in ACS Style
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ACS Standard Format
ASTM International. Standard Test Methods for Tensile Properties of Plastics. Standard No. ASTM D638-22; ASTM International: West Conshohocken, PA, 2022.
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Technical standards from organizations such as ASTM International, ISO, ANSI, or NIST are cited in ACS style with the issuing organization, the standard title in italics, the standard number, the publisher, and the year.
Key Formatting Tips
- 1List the standards organization as the author
- 2Standard title is italic
- 3Include the standard number with 'Standard No.'
- 4Include the edition or year in the standard number if applicable (e.g. D638-22)