Recognized standard

11979-6 Third edition 2014-10-01

FDA recognition 10-95 · ISO · Ophthalmic

Key facts

Recognition number 10-95
Designation 11979-6 Third edition 2014-10-01
Title Ophthalmic implants - Intraocular lenses - Part 6: Shelf-life and transport stability testing
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Ophthalmic
Date of entry Aug 14, 2015
Device classes Class 3
Scope (excerpt) This part of ISO 11979 specifies tests by which the shelf-life of sterile intraocular lenses (IOLs) in their final packaging can be determined. These tests include procedures to establish the stability of IOLs in distribution and storage.

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