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Standard Test Method for Preservatives in Water-Containing Cosmetics
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Scope
1.1 This test method covers the determination of the suitability of preservatives for use in cosmetic formulations. It sets minimal requirements for preservative performance in model formulations.
1.2 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.
1.3 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.
1.4 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.
Significance and Use
4.1 This test method should be used to determine if a preservative or preservative system has application for the preservation of water-miscible cosmetic products.
Keywords
bacterial; cosmetics; microbial challenge; preservative performance criteria; preservatives ;; ICS Number Code 71.100.70 (Cosmetics. Toiletries)
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Document Number
ASTM-E640-06(2019)
Revision Level
2006 R19 EDITION
Status
Current
Modification Type
Reapproval
Publication Date
Jan. 1, 2019
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
3 pages
Committee Number
E35.15