BOZEMAN, MT, June 19, 2011 (Press-News.org) In response to ASTM publishing two new methods for the evaluation of topical hand antiseptic products, BioScience Laboratories has designed a study to compare the three published ASTM methods and determine which method is most appropriate for each product type.
ASTM E1174-06 Standard Test Method for Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Health Care Personnel Handwash Formulation
ASTM E2755-10 Determining the Bacteria-Eliminating Effectiveness of Hand Sanitizer Formulations Using Hands of Adults
ASTM E2784-10 Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Handwash Formulations Using the Paper Towel (Palmar) Method of Hand Contamination
BioScience Laboratories is offering participation in this study to manufacturers of the following product types:
- Alcohol (Gel, Liquid, Foam, Wipe)
- Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) (Liquid)
- Alcohol & CHG (Gel)
- Triclosan (Liquid)
- PCMX (Liquid)
- PVPI (Liquid)
- Quat (Liquid)
Upon conclusion of this collaborative study, the study findings will be prepared and a peer reviewed article written for submission to the American Journal of Infection Control (AJIC) in an effort to define the most appropriate test method and regulatory pathway for each type of product.
For additional information, contact:
Kyle McGovern
BioScience Laboratories, Inc.
1-877-858-2754
FAX 406-586-7930
kmcgovern@biosciencelabs.com
www.biosciencelabs.com
BioScience Laboratories, Inc. was founded in 1991 in Bozeman, MT, to provide antimicrobial product testing and result interpretation grounded in science. Bioscience Laboratories Inc. strives to assist its clients in strengthening their current market positions through product testing and aid in the development of new products and new markets. Today, BioScience Laboratories offers a variety of state-of-the-art laboratory services and guidance regarding federal regulatory agency requirements for the healthcare, pharmaceutical, personal care and consumer products markets.
BioScience Laboratories Announces ASTM Collaborative Study for Hand Antiseptic Products
BioScience Laboratories has designed a study to compare the three published ASTM methods for the evaluation of topical hand antiseptic products and determine which method is most appropriate for each product type.
2011-06-19
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[Press-News.org] BioScience Laboratories Announces ASTM Collaborative Study for Hand Antiseptic ProductsBioScience Laboratories has designed a study to compare the three published ASTM methods for the evaluation of topical hand antiseptic products and determine which method is most appropriate for each product type.