# Council Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 concerning medical devices, Division 8.6

Extent: E+W+S+N.I.

Packaging systems for non-sterile devices must keep the product without deterioration at the level of cleanliness stipulated and, if the devices are to be sterilized prior to use, minimize the risk of microbial contamination; the packaging system must be suitable taking account of the method of sterilization indicated by the manufacturer.

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Source: https://www.legislation.gov.uk/eudr/1993/42/annex/I/division/II/division/8/division/8.6 (the official version)
Page: https://openlegislation.uk/eu-directive-1993-42/annex-I/division-II/division-8/division-8.6
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