Biocide efficacy testing

In our testing laboratory ZL 1554 accredited by the Czech Institute of accreditation (ČIA) according to ČSN EN ISO/IEC 17025 perform testing of disinfectants and antiseptics in accordance with standards of EN 14885. These are mainly quantitative tests using a suspension (phase 2/level 1) and quantitative tests on a carrier (phase 2/level 2). 

We do not only test finished biocidal products, but we also offer screening tests for testing new substances, mixtures and finding their effective concentrations or contact times.

We will be happy to test products of type 1 – 5 (PT1 – PT5) for the following areas:

- healthcare

- veterinary care

- food , industrial, domestic and institucional

 

We also offer testing of the antimicrobial properties of material surfaces according to European standards, especially plastics, textiles and ceramics.

We offer consultations regarding testing options and suitable tested microorganisms.

In our insitute there are three laboratories specializing in tests with different types of microorganisms. These laboratories work closely together so that we can offer the customer the most comprehensive range of services.

Laboratory for testing virucidal activity

Laboratory for control the effectiveness of disinfectants

Laboratory for diagnostic of mycobacteria

What is the procedure for ordering and performing tests in our laboratory

 

  • Decide according to which standards and what conditions you want to test.
  • product concentration, test temperature, contact time, conditions of use (interfering substance) - link to request forms
  • Contact the laboratory staff according to your chosen testing area.
  • Based on your requirements, a price quote with an approximate testing duration will be sent to you.
  • After the signed price quote and sample are delivered to our laboratory, an advance invoice will be issued.
  • Testing will begin after the advance invoice is paid.
  • After the tests are completed, we will send you a preliminary report for review.
  • After your approval, we will send you the final report and final invoice

Standards according to which we perform testing

Standard Efficacy Area
ČSN EN 1040 bactericidal  
ČSN EN 1275 fungicidal /yesticidal  
ČSN EN 14347 sporicidal  
AHEM, příloha č. 1/1985, Čs. Epidemiologie, mikrobiologie a imunologie 37, 1988, 2: 97-104 bactericidal  
ČSN EN 13623 bactericidal - Legionella water service systems
ČSN EN 13727 bactericidal medical
ČSN EN 14561 bactericidal medical
ČSN EN 16615 bactericidal/yesticidal medical
ČSN EN 17387 bactericidal, fungicidal/yesticidal medical
ČSN EN 13624 fungicidal/yesticidal medical
ČSN EN 14562 fungicidal/yesticidal medical
ČSN EN 17126 sporicidal medical
ČSN EN 14348 mycobactericidal and tuberculocidal medical
ČSN EN 14563 mycobactericidal and tuberculocidal medical
ČSN EN 14476 virucidal medical
DVV/RKI virucidal medical
EN 16777 virucidal medical
EN 17111 virucidal medical
ČSN EN 12791 surgical hand disinfection  
ČSN EN 1499 hygienic handwash  
ČSN EN 1500 hygienic handrub  
ČSN EN 17430 hygienic handrub  
ČSN EN 1276 bactericidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 13697 bactericidal, fungicidal/yesticidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 1650 fungicidal/yesticidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 13704 sporicidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 17914 virucidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 17915 virucidal food, industrial, domestic and institutional
ČSN EN 1656 bactericidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 14349 bactericidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 16437 bactericidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 1657 fungicidal/yesticidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 16438 fungicidal/yesticidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 14204 mycobactericidal and tuberculocidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 14675 virucidal veterinary care
ČSN EN 17272 bactericidal, mycobactericidal, fungicidal/yesticidal, virucidal airborne room disinfection by automated proces
BS 8628 bactericidal, mycobactericidal, fungicidal/yesticidal, virucidal airborne room disinfection by automated proces

Testing of the antimicrobial activity of material

Standard Efficacy Material
ČSN ISO 18184 antiviral textile
ČSN ISO 21702 antiviral plastic, non-porous material
ČSN ISO 22196 antibacterial plastic, non-porous material
ISO 27447 antibacterial ceramics, photocatalytic materials
ČSN EN ISO 20743 antibacterial textile
AATCC TM100 antibacterial textile
AATCC TM147 antibacterial textile

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