Recognized standard

10993-23 First edition 2021-01

FDA recognition 2-291 · ISO · Biocompatibility

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Recognition number 2-291
Designation 10993-23 First edition 2021-01
Title Biological evaluation of medical devices - Part 23: Tests for irritation
Standards developer International Organization for Standardization
Specialty area Biocompatibility
Date of entry Jun 7, 2021
Scope (excerpt) This document specifies the procedure for the assessment of medical devices and their constituent materials with regard to their potential to produce irritation. The tests are designed to predict and classify the irritation potential of medical devices, materials or their extracts according to ISO…

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