TEST METHODEN 1500

Hygienic Handrub
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EN 1500 is an essential European Standard used to simulate practical conditions for establishing whether a hygienic handrub reduces the release of transient microbial flora on hands. The infographic below shows a brief insight of EN 1500.

Infographic of EN 1500 - Hygienic handrub.
CUSTOMER PROCESS
Step 1: Is your product a hygienic handrub?

This test method is only suitable for hygienic handrub. If your test product is a handwash, please refer to EN 1499. If your test product is a surgical handrub or handwash, please refer to EN 12791.

Step 2: What is the test organism and number of volunteers required?

The test microorganism for EN 1500 is Escherichia coli K12 .

The number of volunteers required is 18 to 22.

Step 3: Select an appropriate contact time and application procedure for your test product

The contact time is according to the manufacturer’s recommendation, but not shorter than 30 seconds and not longer than 60 seconds.

Please also provide us with the application procedure, which shall include the volume of product and the frequency of application.

Step 4: Place an order and send your sample to us

Fill in the test request form and place an order via email at info@tecolab-global.com. We will advise on the quantity of sample required for testing.

You can deliver the sample to us via courier and provide us the tracking code. We will monitor the delivery status and inform you when we receive the sample.

Step 5: Track the status of your request

Once we have received your sample, we will provide a tracking number to you. You can easily track the status of your request here.

Step 6: Download your password-protected test report

Download your readily available test report online with just a single click using the link and password provided via email notification. We will receive a notification once you have downloaded the test report.

For safety purposes, the uploaded test report will self-destruct after 7 days.

Step 7: Analyze your passing criteria in the test report with our laboratory experts

In order to pass the test, the product shall be at least not inferior to the reference product (60% Propan-2-ol).

Need assistance with your test report? Discuss your results with our microbiologists for more information.