Withdrawn Rationale:
This laboratory test method is designed to test the acute toxicity of single applications of material(s) applied to the skin of mammals.
Formerly under the jurisdiction of Committee E47 on Biological Effects and Environmental Fate, this test method was withdrawn in February 2010, because another regulatory method currently exists.
1. Scope
1.1 This laboratory test method is designed to test the acute toxicity of single applications of material(s) applied to the skin of mammals.
1.2 This test method is applicable to individual chemicals, simple and complex mixtures, and finished products, such as pesticides, repellents, and biocides.
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 and health practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use.
Keywords
acute toxicity; chemicals; dermal; guinea pigs; percutaneous toxicity; pesticides; rabbits; rats; swine;
DOI: 10.1520/E0758-98R02
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