Reference details
- Reference
- EN 868-3:1999
- Official title
- Packaging materials and systems for medical devices which are to be sterilized - Part 3: Paper for use in the manufacture of paper bags (specified in EN 868-4) and in the manufacture of pouches and reels (specified in EN 868-5) - Requirements and test methods
- Organisation
- CEN
- Publisher status in source
- WithdrawnThis is the status recorded in the source, not a statement that this is the latest edition.
- Source access
- 19 October 2026
Research and application
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Product research routes
- Medical devices
Intended medical purpose, device classification and the evidence associated with design, performance and lifecycle controls.
- Wood, paper, glass and ceramics
Material and product methods for organic and inorganic materials, including the effect of processing and intended use.
- Packaging, logistics and handling equipment
Protection, transport conditions, package systems and equipment interfaces throughout distribution.
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- Intended purpose
- Classification rationale
- Risk management
- Verification and performance evidence
- Clinical evidence scope
- Material identity
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