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Standard Test Method for Determining Subchronic Dermal Toxicity
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Scope
1.1 This test method describes a procedure for the assessment and evaluation of the toxic characteristics of a test substance that is applied daily to the skin of experimental animals for 90 days.
1.2 This test method is not capable of determining effects that have a long latency period (for example, carcinogenicity) or are life shortening.
1.3 This test method is intended primarily to be used with rats, guinea pigs, or rabbits. Other species may be used with appropriate modifications.
1.4 This standard does not purport to address the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
dermal toxicity; guinea pig; hazard; necropsy; rabbit; rat; skin; subchronic toxicity; ICS Number Code 11.100 (Laboratory medicine)
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Document Number
ASTM-E1103-96(2004)
Revision Level
1996 R04 EDITION
Status
Superseded
Modification Type
Reapproval
Publication Date
Nov. 1, 2004
Document Type
Test Method
Page Count
4 pages
Committee Number
E47.02