Phase I tests
Phase I tests
Laboratory tests
Quantitative suspension tests to establish that a product has biocidal activity without regard to specific conditions of intended use.
EN 1040:2006
Basic bactericidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
EN 1275:2006
Basic fungicidal or basic yeasticidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics
EN 14347:2005
Basic sporicidal activity of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics

Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics Phase I tests

Quantitative suspension tests to establish that a product has biocidal activity without regard to specific conditions of intended use.

Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics Phase II / step 1 tests

Quantitative suspension tests to establish that a product has biocidal activity simulating practical conditions appropriate to its intended use.

Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics Phase II / step 2 tests

Quantitative laboratory tests simulating practical conditions e.g. surface, instruments, handwash and handrub tests.

Chemical disinfectants and antiseptics other tests

Other chemical disinfectants and antiseptics tests.