Recognized standard

D3578-19(2023)

FDA recognition 6-440 · ASTM · General Plastic Surgery/General Hospital

Key facts

Recognition number 6-440
Designation D3578-19(2023)
Title Standard Specification for Rubber Examination Gloves
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area General Plastic Surgery/General Hospital
Date of entry Jul 6, 2020
Device classes Class 1
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This specification covers certain requirements for natural rubber gloves used in conducting medical examinations and diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. It also covers natural rubber gloves used in handling contaminated medical material. 1.2 This specification provides for natural rubber…

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