ASTM-E1428:2009 Edition

ASTM E1428

Scope

1.1 This test method is used for determining the performance of antimicrobial agents used in or on synthetic polymeric solids against staining by the actinomycete Streptoverticillium reticulum. This organism has been chosen as an indicator organism, although other organisms have been known to cause undesirable staining in polymeric solids.

1.2 This test method is not suitable for evaluating dark-pigmented test samples.

1.3 A knowledge of microbiological techniques is recommended for these procedures.

1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard.

1.5 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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.

Keywords

antimicrobial efficacy; pink stain; plastics; polymeric solids; Streptoverticillium reticulum; Antimicrobial formulations/testing; Bacteria/bacterial control; Metalworking fluids/related media; Performance–environmental materials/applications; Pink stain organism; Polymers; Streptoverticillium reticulum

ICS Code

ICS Number Code 07.100.99 (Other standards related to microbiology)

DOI: 10.1520/E1428-99R09