ASTM E2011-09
Historical Standard: ASTM E2011-09 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of Hygienic Handwash and Handrub Formulations for Virus-Eliminating Activity Using the Entire Hand
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ASTM E2011
1. Scope
1.1 This test method is designed to evaluate handwash or handrub agents for their ability to reduce viral contamination from hands.
Note 1A knowledge of virological techniques is required for this test method.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.3 This standard may involve hazardous materials, operations and equipment. This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. The user should consult a reference for laboratory safety recommendations. (3-5)
2. Referenced Documents (purchase separately) The documents listed below are referenced within the subject standard but are not provided as part of the standard.
ASTM Standards
E1482 Test Method for Neutralization of Virucidal Agents in Virucidal Efficacy Evaluations
E1838 Test Method for Determining the Virus-Eliminating Effectiveness of Hygienic Handwash and Handrub Agents Using the Fingerpads of Adults
AOAC Standard
AOAC 960.9 Official Methods of Analysis (1990) Available from AOAC International, 481 North Frederick Ave., Suite 500, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877-2417, http://www.aoac.org.Keywords
adenovirus; antisepsis; antiseptics; calicivirus; handrubbing; handwashing; in vivo ; norovirus; rhinovirus; rotavirus; skin sampling; viral infection; virucidal activity; virus-eliminating activity;
ICS Code
ICS Number Code 11.080.20 (Disinfectants and antiseptics)
DOI: 10.1520/E2011-09
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