EN 12296:1998

Biotechnology - Equipment - Guidance on testing procedures for cleanability EN 12296:1998

Publication date:   Oct 23, 2003

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90.93 Standard confirmed   Apr 11, 2022

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CEN/TC 233 Biotechnology

European Norm

07.080   Biology. Botany. Zoology | 07.100.01   Microbiology in general

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This European Standard gives guidance on general testing procedures to assess the cleanability of equipment (components and units of equipment) used in biotechnological processes. This European Standard applies primarily if the intended use of equipment includes the use of potentially hazardous microorganisms. This European Standard also applies to non-hazardous micro- organisms and/or to residual soil which can adversely affect sterilization processes or which can cause cross-contamination of products or processes.

Related legislation

Legislation related to this standard

90/220/EEC

Deliberate release into the environment of genetically modified organisms

90/219/EEC

Contained use of genetically modified micro-organisms

90/679/EEC

Protection of workers from risks related to exposure to biological agents at work

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EN 12296:1998
90.93 Standard confirmed
Apr 11, 2022