This standard describes the requirements and test methods for absorbent cotton gauze and absorbent cotton and viscose gauzes. The standard does not consider gauzes impregnated with a pharmaceutical substance.

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This Part of EN 1644 specifies physical and chemical tests for the evaluation of finished nonwoven compresses.

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This part of EN 1644 describes physical and chemical tests for the evaluation of nonwovens used as materials for compresses for medical use.

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This European Standard describes the physical and chemical test methods with requirements for the evaluation of absorbent cotton gauzes and absorbent cotton and viscose gauzes used as materials for compresses and wound packing products for medical use. X-ray detectable components are included.

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Part 2 of prEN14079 specifies physical and chemical tests for the evaluation of absorbent cotton gauze and absorbent cotton and viscose gauze compresses and wound packing products.
Specific tests and requirements for absorbent cotton gauze and cotton and viscose gauzes used in the manufacture of compresses and wound packing products are covered in prEN 14079-1, which can be used in conjunction with this part of the standard.
NOTE 1   Biocompatibility aspects are not covered in this standard, but are addressed in EN ISO 10993.
NOTE 2   Bioburden determination methods are not covered by this standard, but are addressed in EN XXX.

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This European Standard describes a test method for measuring aspects of conformability of primary wound dressings.

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This European Standard describes a test method for the evaluation of waterproofness of primary wound dressings when such claims are made.

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This European Standard describes a test method for the evaluation of waterproofness of primary wound dressings when such claims are made.

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Part 2 of EN 13726 describes test methods recommended for the evaluation of moisture vapour transmission rate of permeable film primary wound dressings.

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Part 1 of EN 13726 specifies test methods recommended for the evaluation of some aspects of absorbency of primary wound dressings.

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Frequently Asked Questions

CEN/TC 205/WG 9 is a Working Group within the European Committee for Standardization (CEN). It is named "Test methods for materials for use in compresses" and is responsible for: To be responsible to CEN/TC 205 for the preparation of draft standards for compresses and wound dressings. This committee has published 10 standards.

CEN/TC 205/WG 9 develops CEN standards. The scope of work includes: To be responsible to CEN/TC 205 for the preparation of draft standards for compresses and wound dressings. Currently, there are 10 published standards from this working group.

The European Committee for Standardization (CEN) is a public standards organization that brings together the national standardization bodies of 34 European countries. CEN provides a platform for developing European Standards (ENs) and other technical documents in relation to various products, materials, services, and processes, supporting the European Single Market.

A Working Group in CEN is a specialized group responsible for developing standards or technical work within a defined scope. These bodies bring together international experts to create consensus-based standards that support global trade, safety, and interoperability.