ASTM D6042-96 test method is for the determination of phenolic antioxidants and erucamide slip additives in polypropylene homopolymer formulations using liquid chromatography - is a 'consensus' or 'referee' method used among plastic manufacturers and the pharmaceutical companies that purchase plastic containers. Plastic container manufacturers use this test to ensure the quality of their product for their pharmaceutical customers.

This mixture contains seven components such as common antioxidants and slips listed in ASTM D6042-96, along with BHT.