Sets out an X-ray diffraction method for the determination of the alpha alumina content of smelter grade alumina. The method is applicable to smelter grade alumina containing alpha phase at levels up to 50%. The percentage by mass of alpha alumina is determined on an ¿¿as received¿¿ basis.RECONFIRMATION NOTICETechnical Committee MN-009 has reviewed the content of this publication and in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation, it has been determined that the publication is still valid and does not require change.Certain documents referenced in the publication may have been amended since the original date of publication. Users are advised to ensure that they are using the latest versions of such documents as appropriate, unless advised otherwise in this Reconfirmation Notice.Approved for reconfirmation in accordance with Standards Australia procedures for reconfirmation on 9 April 2013.The following are represented on Technical Committee MN-009:Australian Institute of Mining and MetallurgyAustralian Aluminium CouncilMinerals Council of AustraliaRoyal Australian Chemical InstituteTo view or download a copy of the reconfirmation notice please go to the reconfirmation link near the top of this page.