EN 1422:1997/AC:2002

Sterilizers for medical purposes - Ethylene oxide sterilizers - Requirements and test methods

General information

Current stage: 99.60 Withdrawal effective May 13, 2009

Originator: CEN

Owner: CEN/TC 102 Sterilizers and associated equipment for processing of medical devices

Type: European Norm

ICS: 11.080 Sterilization and disinfection

Scope

This European standard specifies the minimum performance requirements and test methods of two types of sterilizers employing ethylene oxide gas as the sterilant, either as a pure gas or in admixture with other gases (whether supplied ready mixed or mixed at the point of use) in a temporarily sealed chamber. These sterilizers are intended to be used for medical, dental, pharmaceutical, veterinary and industrial or related purposes.

Life cycle

PREVIOUSLY

WITHDRAWN
EN 1422:1997

NOW

WITHDRAWN
EN 1422:1997/AC:2002
99.60 Withdrawal effective
May 13, 2009