Recognized standard

F983-86 (Reapproved 2018)

FDA recognition 11-197 · ASTM · Orthopedic

Key facts

Recognition number 11-197
Designation F983-86 (Reapproved 2018)
Title Standard Practice for Permanent Marking of Orthopaedic Implant Components
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Orthopedic
Date of entry Sep 17, 2018
Device classes Class 1, Class 2, Class 3
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 It is common practice for orthopaedic implant manufacturers to apply permanent identification to implant components. In this regard, Practice F86 describes recommended locations and methods of marking for metallic implants. 1.2 The purpose of this practice is to (1) recommend that orthopaedic…

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