Recognized standard

D3078-02 (Reapproved 2021)e1

FDA recognition 14-257 · ASTM · Sterility

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Recognition number 14-257
Designation D3078-02 (Reapproved 2021)e1
Title Standard Test Method for Determination of Leaks in Flexible Packaging by Bubble Emission
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Sterility
Date of entry Jul 9, 2014
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This test method covers the determination of gross leaks in flexible packaging containing a headspace gas. Test sensitivity is limited to 1x10-5 atm cm3/s (1x10-6 Pa m3/s) or even less sensitive as indicated in a recent interlaboratory test (reported in Section 12). 1.2 Small leaks may not be…

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