Recognized standard

F720-17

FDA recognition 2-256 · ASTM · Biocompatibility

Key facts

Recognition number 2-256
Designation F720-17
Title Standard Practice for Testing Guinea Pigs for Contact Allergens: Guinea Pig Maximization Test
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Sep 17, 2018
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This practice is intended to determine the potential for a substance, or material extract, to elicit contact dermal allergenicity.

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