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F2848-21

FDA recognition 8-578 · ASTM · Materials

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Recognition number 8-578
Designation F2848-21
Title Standard Specification for Medical-Grade Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Yarns
Standards developer ASTM International
Specialty area Materials
Date of entry Dec 20, 2021
Scope (excerpt) 1.1 This specification covers ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) yarns intended for use in medical devices or components of medical devices, such as sutures and ligament fixations. This specification covers natural (noncolored) and pigmented (colored) yarns. 1.2 This standard is…

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