Recognized standard

F1635-16

FDA recognition 8-452 · ASTM · Materials

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Recognition number 8-452
Designation F1635-16
Title Standard Test Method for in vitro Degradation Testing of Hydrolytically Degradable Polymer Resins and Fabricated Forms for Surgical Implants
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Materials
Date of entry Aug 21, 2017
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This test method covers in vitro degradation of hydrolytically degradable polymers (HDP) intended for use in surgical implants. 1.2 The requirements of this test method apply to HDPs in various forms: 1.2.1 Virgin polymer resins, or 1.2.2 Any form fabricated from virgin polymer such as a…

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