Product testing example
Disinfectant Testing
Testing supports bactericidal, fungicidal, and sporicidal performance claims for hospital-grade, household, and commercial disinfectants.
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Testing designed around approved standard methods.
New Zealand and Australian standards jointly encourage the adoption of international standards first and the development of joint standards. RWL uses accepted European standards for disinfectant efficacy testing.
Australian Standard
TGA disinfectant testing supports claims of bactericidal efficacy according to Australian standards. The Therapeutic Goods (Standard for Disinfectants and Sanitary Products) 2019 supports the quality, safety, and efficacy of disinfectants, sterilants, sanitary fluids, and powders.
- Hospital-grade disinfectant
- Household and commercial grade disinfectant
- Disinfectant performance, stability, and shelf-life tests
- Dishwashing liquid and dishwasher sanitization testing support
- Surface swab testing for hygiene and cleaning checks
- Hospital grade and household/commercial grade wipes
European Standard
EN 14885 provides an overview of laboratory test methods followed by manufacturers, customers, and regulatory authorities to support claims for microbicidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics.
- BS EN 1276:2019 bactericidal test
- BS EN 1650:2019 fungicidal test
- BS EN 13697:2015+A1:2019 carrier test
- Applications in medical, food, industrial, domestic, institutional, and veterinary areas
Standards For Disinfectant Efficacy Testing
Antimicrobial surfaces aim to reduce the cross-contamination of pathogens on the surface. Long-term or permanent protective biocides are attaining public attention, while customers are unsure about manufacturer claims. Modified JIS Z 2801:2012 methods are used to check antibacterial claims.
Long-term active biocide can either be incorporated into the surface or directly applied on the surface. Microbial presence on the surface is either in wet or dry conditions depending on temperature and humidity. RWL provides both wet and dry fomite tests based on customer requirements.
Various modified tests can assure you whether the biocide is suitable for premises such as hospitals, aviation, schools, gyms, day-care, and aged care. Real-world tests provide data on bacterial levels while using the biocide on premises.
Testing includes
- Antimicrobial potency test: wet and dry fomite tests
- Stability test and shelf-life support
- Durability test
- Real-world test
- Laundry and textile testing for treated fabrics
Antimicrobial Fabric Testing
Porous surfaces, laundry products, and textiles can be tested on modified JIS L 1902 or AATCC 100 methods by comparing treated textile activity with untreated surfaces.
Antimicrobial Surface Testing
Non-porous surfaces such as plastics and stainless steel are assessed with modified JIS Z 2801 based on how the product is intended to be used, including antimicrobial surface testing and surface claim support.