Dentistry - Single-use cartridges for local anaesthetics (ISO 11499:2014)

ISO 11499:2014 gives specific performance requirements for single-use dental cartridges of 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml and 2,2 ml nominal capacity for use with local anaesthetics.
ISO 11499:2014 specifies tests for leakage, plunger movement, extractable volume and underfilling, and lists general overall dimensions to ensure that the cartridge will fit dental cartridge syringes. Labelling requirements are also specified.

Zahnheilkunde - Zylinderampullen zum Einmalgebrauch für Lokalanästhetika (ISO 11499:2014)

Diese Internationale Norm beschreibt spezifische Leistungsanforderungen an dentale Zylinderampullen zum Einmalgebrauch für Lokalanästhetika mit einem Nennvolumen von 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml und 2,2 ml.
Darin werden Prüfungen auf Auslaufsicherheit, zur Kolbenbeweglichkeit, zum extrahierbaren Volumen sowie auf Unterfüllung festgelegt; die allgemeinen Gesamtmaße werden aufgelistet um sicherzustellen, dass die Zylinderampulle in eine dentale Ampullenspritze, die ISO 9997 und ISO 21533 erfüllt, passt.
Anforderungen an die Kennzeichnung werden ebenfalls festgelegt.
ANMERKUNG   In den Literaturhinweisen werden Internationale Normen für bestimmte Komponenten von Zylinder-ampullen aufgelistet.

Médecine bucco-dentaire - Cartouches à usage unique pour anesthésiques locaux (ISO 11499:2014)

L'ISO 11499:2014 spécifie des exigences spécifiques de performance relatives aux cartouches non réutilisables à usage dentaire, d'une capacité nominale de 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml et 2,2 ml, pour utilisation avec les anesthésiques locaux.
L'ISO 11499:2014 spécifie les essais relatifs à la détection des fuites, au mouvement du piston, au volume extractible et au remplissage insuffisant, et indique les principales dimensions hors tout permettant de garantir que la cartouche sera adaptée aux seringues à usage dentaire selon. Des exigences d'étiquetage sont également spécifiées.

Zobozdravstvo - Ampule z lokalnim anestetikom za enkratno uporabo (ISO 11499:2014)

Standard EN ISO 11499 podaja posebne zahteve za uporabo zobnih ampul za enkratno uporabo z nominalno kapaciteto 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml in 2,2 za uporabo z lokalnimi anestetiki. Podaja preskuse za puščanje, gibanje batov, ekstrabilno prostornino in prenapolnjenost ter navaja splošne dimenzije, ki zagotavljajo, da bo ampula ustrezala dentalnim brizgam za ampule v skladu s standardoma ISO 9997 in ISO 21533. Podane so tudi zahteve za označevanje.

General Information

Status
Published
Publication Date
03-Jun-2014
Withdrawal Date
30-Dec-2014
Technical Committee
CEN/TC 55 - Dentistry
Drafting Committee
CEN/TC 55 - Dentistry
Current Stage
6060 - Definitive text made available (DAV) - Publishing
Start Date
04-Jun-2014
Completion Date
04-Jun-2014

Relations

Effective Date
08-Jun-2022
Effective Date
28-Jan-2026
Effective Date
28-Jan-2026

Overview

EN ISO 11499:2014 - Dentistry: Single‑use cartridges for local anaesthetics specifies performance, dimensional and labelling requirements for single‑use dental cartridges (nominal capacities 1.0 ml, 1.7 ml, 1.8 ml and 2.2 ml). Endorsed by CEN and published as the third edition of ISO 11499, the standard sets test methods and acceptance criteria to ensure cartridges are compatible with dental cartridge syringes and safe for clinical use.

Key topics and requirements

  • Scope and capacities: Applies to single‑use cartridges for local anaesthetics in the four nominal volumes listed above.
  • Leakage: Filled cartridges shall be free from leakage; specific test procedure is given (see clause 5.4).
  • Plunger movement (force):
    • Force to initiate plunger movement shall not exceed 30 N.
    • Force to sustain plunger movement along the effective length shall be between 2 N and 20 N (clause 4.2, test 5.5).
  • Extractable volume & underfilling: Measured extractable volume must not be less than the declared nominal volume (test 5.7).
  • Air bubble limit: Any air bubble must not be visible below the rim of the metal cap (test 5.6).
  • External dimensions:
    • Max overall length: 44.0 mm (1.0 ml), 65.0 mm (1.7/1.8 ml), 77.5 mm (2.2 ml).
    • Max overall diameter (including label): 9.0 mm.
  • Colour coding & labelling:
    • Optional two‑band colour system to identify anaesthetic agent/concentration (Band 1) and vasoconstrictor/concentration (Band 2), with specified positions and Pantone references.
    • Primary and secondary container marking requirements are specified.
  • Biocompatibility: Components contacting the solution shall not adversely react with or contaminate the anaesthetic; the standard references ISO 10993‑1 and ISO 7405 for biological assessment guidance.
  • Test methods: Sampling, environmental test conditions and specific test procedures are defined in clause 5.

Practical applications and users

  • Cartridge manufacturers: design, production control, QC testing, and marking to meet regulatory and market requirements.
  • Medical device testing labs: perform leakage, plunger force, extractable volume and dimensional tests.
  • Regulatory and conformity assessment bodies: evaluate compliance for CE marking and national approvals.
  • Syringe manufacturers and dental clinics: ensure compatibility with cartridge syringes (ISO 9997 / ISO 21533) and safe clinical handling.
  • Procurement and quality teams: define specifications and acceptance criteria in purchasing and incoming inspection.

Related standards

  • ISO 9997, ISO 21533 (cartridge syringes)
  • ISO 1942, ISO 7885, ISO 15223‑1
  • Guidance for biocompatibility: ISO 10993‑1, ISO 7405

For full test protocols and official legal text, obtain EN ISO 11499:2014 from CEN or your national standards body.

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Frequently Asked Questions

EN ISO 11499:2014 is a standard published by the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). Its full title is "Dentistry - Single-use cartridges for local anaesthetics (ISO 11499:2014)". This standard covers: ISO 11499:2014 gives specific performance requirements for single-use dental cartridges of 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml and 2,2 ml nominal capacity for use with local anaesthetics. ISO 11499:2014 specifies tests for leakage, plunger movement, extractable volume and underfilling, and lists general overall dimensions to ensure that the cartridge will fit dental cartridge syringes. Labelling requirements are also specified.

ISO 11499:2014 gives specific performance requirements for single-use dental cartridges of 1,0 ml, 1,7 ml, 1,8 ml and 2,2 ml nominal capacity for use with local anaesthetics. ISO 11499:2014 specifies tests for leakage, plunger movement, extractable volume and underfilling, and lists general overall dimensions to ensure that the cartridge will fit dental cartridge syringes. Labelling requirements are also specified.

EN ISO 11499:2014 is classified under the following ICS (International Classification for Standards) categories: 11.040.10 - Anaesthetic, respiratory and reanimation equipment; 11.060.20 - Dental equipment; 11.060.25 - Dental instruments. The ICS classification helps identify the subject area and facilitates finding related standards.

EN ISO 11499:2014 has the following relationships with other standards: It is inter standard links to EN ISO 11499:2007, EN 14178-1:2004, EN 419211-1:2014. Understanding these relationships helps ensure you are using the most current and applicable version of the standard.

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SLOVENSKI STANDARD
01-oktober-2014
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SIST EN ISO 11499:2007
Zobozdravstvo - Ampule z lokalnim anestetikom za enkratno uporabo (ISO
11499:2014)
Dentistry - Single-use cartridges for local anaesthetics (ISO 11499:2014)
Zahnheilkunde - Zylindrampullen für Lokalanästhetika zum Einmalgebrauch (ISO
11499:2014)
Médecine bucco-dentaire - Cartouches à usage unique pour anesthésiques locaux (ISO
11499:2014)
Ta slovenski standard je istoveten z: EN ISO 11499:2014
ICS:
11.040.10 Anestezijska, respiratorna in Anaesthetic, respiratory and
reanimacijska oprema reanimation equipment
11.060.01 Zobozdravstvo na splošno Dentistry in general
2003-01.Slovenski inštitut za standardizacijo. Razmnoževanje celote ali delov tega standarda ni dovoljeno.

EUROPEAN STANDARD
EN ISO 11499
NORME EUROPÉENNE
EUROPÄISCHE NORM
June 2014
ICS 11.060.20; 11.040.10 Supersedes EN ISO 11499:2007
English Version
Dentistry - Single-use cartridges for local anaesthetics (ISO
11499:2014)
Médecine bucco-dentaire - Cartouches à usage unique Zahnheilkunde - Zylinderampullen zum Einmalgebrauch für
pour anesthésiques locaux (ISO 11499:2014) Lokalanästhetika (ISO 11499:2014)
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Foreword .3
Foreword
This document (EN ISO 11499:2014) has been prepared by Technical Committee ISO/TC 106 "Dentistry" in
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INTERNATIONAL ISO
STANDARD 11499
Third edition
2014-06-01
Dentistry — Single-use cartridges for
local anaesthetics
Médecine bucco-dentaire — Cartouches à usage unique pour
anesthésiques locaux
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ISO 11499:2014(E)
Contents Page
Foreword .iv
Introduction .v
1 Scope . 1
2 Normative references . 1
3 Terms and definitions . 1
4 Requirements . 1
4.1 Freedom from leakage of anaesthetic solution . 1
4.2 Force needed for plunger movement . 2
4.3 Size of air bubble . 2
4.4 Biocompatibility . 2
4.5 Extractable volume . 2
4.6 External dimensions of the assembled cartridge . 2
4.7 Colour coding . 2
5 Test methods . 4
5.1 Sampling . 4
5.2 Test conditions . 4
5.3 Visual inspection . 4
5.4 Cartridge leakage . 4
5.5 Force needed for plunger movement . 5
5.6 Size of air bubble . 6
5.7 Extractable volume . 7
6 Marking . 7
6.1 Primary container . 7
6.2 Secondary container . 7
Bibliography . 9
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