ASTM F1088-23 - Standard Specification for Medical-Grade Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Raw Material for Implantable Medical Devices
Standard Specification for Medical-Grade Beta-Tricalcium Phosphate Raw Material for Implantable Medical Devices
| Standard number: | F1088-23 |
| Released: | 15.04.2023 |
| Status: | Active |
| Pages: | 4 |
| Section: | 13.01 |
| Keywords: | advanced ceramics; β-TCP; beta-tricalcium phosphate; calcium phosphate material; ceramic; surgical implant; |
1.1 This specification covers chemical and crystallographic requirements for beta-tricalcium phosphate (β-TCP) raw materials intended for use in medical device applications. For a material to be identified as medical-grade beta-tricalcium phosphate, it must conform to this specification (see Appendix X1).
1.2 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
1.3 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.