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Reference · FDA & USP VI

FDA compliance.
USP Class VI.
Medical materials.

FDA and USP Class VI material reference. Different applications, different requirements. Documentation, testing, certification.

01 · Key principles

Key principles.

FDA 21 CFR 175

Adhesives

Food contact adhesives. Specific approval list.

FDA 21 CFR 177

Food contact

Food contact materials. Most plastics here.

FDA 21 CFR 178

Additives

Food additive materials. Specific list.

USP Class VI

Implants

Implant biocompatibility testing. PEEK-OPTIMA, USP silicone.

Both FDA + USP

Premium

Some materials cover both — premium documentation.

Material certification

Per heat lot

Material cert traceable to mill heat.

FAQ

FDA vs USP VI?

FDA 21 CFR: food contact materials. USP VI: implant biocompatibility testing. Different applications.

PEEK-OPTIMA importance?

Invibio PEEK-OPTIMA USP Class VI. Standard for spinal cages, orthopedic implants.

USP Class VI testing?

Systemic toxicity, intracutaneous reaction, intramuscular implantation per USP.

Documentation?

Material certificates, processing records, inspection per AS9102 or PPAP.

Sterilization compatibility?

Most USP VI materials autoclave-compatible. Verify per material grade and method.

Cost premium?

USP VI materials 1.5-3× standard equivalent. Documentation adds 10-20%.

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