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Sterile symbol: the word STERILE in capitals inside a rectangular frame, with no method box beside it
ISO 15223-1-5.2.1
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Sterile

The word STERILE in capitals inside a rectangular frame, with no method box beside it. · also called “STERILE”, “Sterile symbol”, “Sterilized”

What the Sterile symbol means

Device has been sterilised

The medical device has gone through a sterilisation process. Versions with an extra box after the word name the method used, such as EO, R or a thermometer for steam or dry heat.

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Where it appears

Medical device label
  • ISO 15223-1
    —This meaning

Questions about the Sterile symbol

What does the Sterile symbol mean?
The medical device has gone through a sterilisation process. Versions with an extra box after the word name the method used, such as EO, R or a thermometer for steam or dry heat.
What does the Sterile symbol look like?
The word STERILE in capitals inside a rectangular frame, with no method box beside it. It is also called “STERILE”, “Sterile symbol” and “Sterilized”.
Which standard defines the Sterile symbol?
It is listed as ISO 15223-1-5.2.1.

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