Recognized standard

F648-21

FDA recognition 8-569 · ASTM · Materials

Key facts

Recognition number 8-569
Designation F648-21
Title Standard Specification for Ultra-High-Molecular-Weight Polyethylene Powder and Fabricated Form for Surgical Implants
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Materials
Date of entry Dec 20, 2021
Device classes Class 2
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This specification covers ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene powder (UHMWPE) and fabricated forms intended for use in surgical implants. 1.2 The requirements of this specification apply to UHMWPE in two forms. One is virgin polymer powder (Section 4). The second is any form fabricated from…

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