Planned maintenance on May 20

From 17:00-19:00 on Wednesday the 20th of May, we will carry out planned maintenance work. During this period the system will be unavailable. Thank you for your understanding.

Symbol glossary

Our packaging design and labeling meets international standards and regulations. We have also adopted and developed symbols that simplify communication regarding product features for example, all are compiled below including the meaning of the symbols.

Symbol of Medical device

Medical device

Indicates that the device is a medical device as defined in MDR 2017/745.

Symbol of Manufacturer

Manufacturer

Indicates the medical device manufacturer, as defined in EU Directives 90/385/EEC, 93/42/EEC and 98/79/EC. SS-EN ISO 15223-1:2021.

Symbol of Date of manufacture

Date of manufacture

Indicates the date when the medical device was manufactured.

Use-by date

Indicates the date after which the medical device is not to be used.

Symbol of LOT / Batch code

Batch code

Indicates the manufacturer’s batch code so that the batch or lot can be identified. SS-EN ISO 15223-1:2021.

Symbol of Catalogue number / REF

Catalogue number

Indicates the manufacturer’s catalogue number so that the medical device can be identified.

Symbol of Sterilized using ethylene oxide

Sterilized using ethylene oxide

Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using ethylene oxide.

Symbol of Sterilized using irradiation

Sterilized using irradiation

Indicates a medical device that has been sterilized using irradiation.

Symbol of Single use

Single use

Indicates a medical device that is intended for one single use only.

Symbol of Single sterile barrier system

Single sterile barrier system

Indicates a single sterile barrier system.

Symbol of Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside

Single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside

Indicates a single sterile barrier system with protective packaging inside.

Symbol of Non-sterile

Non-sterile

Indicates a medical device that has not been subjected to a sterilization process.

Symbol of Drops per millilitre

Drops per millilitre

Indicates the number of drops per millilitre.

Symbol of Fluid

Fluid path

Indicates the presence of a fluid path.

Symbol of Non-pyrogenic

Non-pyrogenic

Indicated a medical device that is non-pyrogenic.

Symbol of One-way valve

One-way valve

Indicates a medical device with a valve that allows flow in only one direction.

Symbol of Liquid filter with pore size

Liquid filter with pore size

Indicates an infusion or transfusion system of the medical device that contains a filter of a particular nominal pore size.

Symbol of Caution

Caution

Indicates that caution is necessary when operating the device or control close to where the symbol is placed, or that the current situation needs operator awareness or operator action in order to avoid undesirable consequences.

Symbol of Consult instructions for use

Consult instruction for use

Indicates the need for the user to consult the instructions for use.

Symbol of Keep away from sunlight

Keep away from sunlight

Indicates a medical device that needs protection from light sources.

Symbol of Keep dry

Keep dry

Indicates a medical device that needs to be protected from moisture.

Symbol of Temperature limit

Temperature limit

Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed. *The temperature shown in the symbol is assested by OMP QE team.

Symbol of Upper limit of temperature

Upper limit of temperature

Indicates the temperature limits to which the medical device can be safely exposed.
*The temperature shown in the symbol is assested by OMP QE team.

Symbol of Do not use if package is damage

Do not use if package is damaged and consult instructions for use

Indicates that a medical device that should not be used if the package has been damaged or opened and that the user should consult the instructions for use for additional information.

Symbol of Do not open with knife

Do not open with knife

Symbol indicates that the user should not use a knife for opening the package due to the risk of damaging the medical device inside.

Symbol of Not made with natural rubber latex

Does not contain or there is no presence of natural rubber latex

Symbol indicates that the device does not contain or that there is no presence of natural rubber latex.

Symbol of Product does not DEHP

Product does not DEHP

Symbol indicates that the device does not contain DEHP.

Symbol of Product does not PVC

Product does not PVC

Symbol indicates that the device does not contain PVC.

Symbol of 12 ply

12 ply

Indicates the number of plyes the swab has.

Symbol of 4 ply

4 ply

Indicates the number of plyes the swab has.

Symbol of 8 ply

8 ply

Indicates the number of plyes the swab has.

Symbol of 3-way stopcock

3-way stopcock

Indicates a medical device that is a 3-way stopcock or has a 3-way stopcock component.

Symbol of Tube lenght

Tube lenght

Indicates that the medical device includes tubing.

Symbol of Safe for use with pressure infusion equipment

Safe for use with pressure infusion equipment

Indicates that the medical device is safe or intended for use with pressure infusion equipment.

Symbol of Gravity feed only

Gravity feed only

Indicates that the medical device should only be used for gravity feed and that the device IS NOT safe or intended for use with pressure infusion equipment.

Symbol of Luer lock

Luer lock

Indicates a medical device that has a luer lock component.

Symbol of Mask with Anti Reflection and Ear-loop

Mask with Anti Reflection and Ear-loop

Symbol indicates that the mask has anti reflection properties and ear-loops.

Symbol of Mask with Anti Reflection and Tie-band

Mask with Anti Reflection and Tie-band

Symbol indicates that the mask has anti reflection properties and tie-band.

Symbol of Needle free connector

Needle free connector

Indicates a medical device that has a needle free connector component.

Symbol of Anti-fog properties

Anti-fog properties

Symbol indicates that the mask has anti reflection properties.

Symbol of Tie-band

Tie-band

Symbol indicates that the mask has tie-band.

Symbol of Ear-loop

Ear-loop

Symbol indicates that the mask has ear-loop.

Symbol of Extra wide

Extra wide

Symbol indicates that the mask is wider then the rest of the mask.

Symbol of Soft

Soft

Symbol indicates that the mask is made of softer material or that the material the mask is made of has soft properties then the rest of the mask.

Symbol of Latex free

Latex free

Symbol indicates the composition of device not containing natural rubber latex or that its non-presence of is confirmed by a test.

Symbol of Splash resistant

Splash resistant

Symbol indicates that the mask has splash resistant properties.

Symbol of Visor

Visor

Symbol indicates that the mask has visor.

Symbol of Basic procedures and wards

Basic procedures and wards

Recommendation for use in basic procedures and wards.

Symbol of Critical care

Critical care

Recommendation for use in Critical care.

Symbol of Pharmacy

Pharmacy

Recommendation for use in Pharmacy.

Symbol of Medical laboratory

Medical laboratory

Recommendation for use in Medical laboratory.

Symbol of Good protection against infection

Good protection against infection

Recommendation for use in more critical procedures and contact with blood.

Symbol of Cleaning and surface disinfection

Cleaning and surface disinfection

FSC certification ensures that products come from responsibly managed forests that provide environmental, social and economic benefits.

Symbol of Dental care

Dental care

Recommendation for use in Dental care.

Symbol of Sampling

Sampling

Recommendation for use in sampling and injection work.

Symbol of Basic cleaning

Basic cleaning

Recommendation for use in Basic cleaning.

Symbol of Hairdressing

Hairdressing

Recommendation for use in Hairdressing.

Symbol of Baby care

Baby care

Recommendation for use in Baby care.

Symbol of Recycle symbol

Recycle symbol

Package is recyclable.

Symbol of Food safe

Food safe

Suitable for handling food. If there are any restrictions they need to be beside the symbol. The restrictions need also to be translated.

Symbol of Exclamation Mark

Exclamation Mark

Warning symbol needs to be explained with additional text.

Symbol of Flammable

Flammable

Warning symbol for flammable substances, needs to be explained with additional text.

Symbol of Micro-organisms and virus hazards

Micro-organisms and virus hazards

Protective gloves against dangerous chemicals and micro-organisms — Part 5: Terminology and performance requirements for micro-organisms risks.

Symbol of Period after opening symbol

Period after opening symbol

Symbol should also have the according nr of months written.

Symbol of CE-mark

CE-mark

Indicates manufacturer declaration that the product complies with the essential/ general safety & performance requirements of the relevant European medical device, health, safety and environmental protection legislations.

European Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 (as amended by Directive 2007/47/EC). European Medical Device Regulation 2017/745.

Symbol of CE-mark with notified body number

CE-mark with notified body number

Indicates manufacturer declaration that the product complies with the essential/ general safety & performance requirements of the relevant European medical device, health, safety and environmental protection legislations.

European Medical Devices Directive 93/42/EEC of 14 June 1993 (as amended by Directive 2007/47/EC). European Medical Device Regulation 2017/745.

Symbol of Wash

Wash

Recommendation for use when washing patients.

Symbol of Food handling

Food handling

Recommendation for use when handling food.

Symbol of Recycle symbol for corrugated fiberboard

Recycle symbol for corrugated fiberboard

Symbol indicates packaging is recyclable.

Symbol of Protection against dangerous chemicals

Protection against dangerous chemicals

Protective glove against dangerous chemicals and micro-organisms complying with Type A, Type B or Type C requirements stated in standard EN ISO 374-1.

Symbol of Protection against micro-organisms

Protection against micro-organisms

Protective gloves against bacteria and fungi or against viruses, bacteria and fungi.

Symbol of Recycle symbol for non-corrugated fibreboard

Recycle symbol for non-corrugated fibreboard

Symbol indicates packaging is recyclable.

Symbol of Sterile

Sterile

Indicates a medical device that has been subjected to a sterilization process.

Symbol of Do not resterilize

Do not resterilize

Indicates a medical device that is not to be re-sterilized.

Symbol of Contains or presence of natural rubber latex

Contains or presence of natural rubber latex

Indicates the presence of dry natural rubber or natural rubber latex as a material of construction within the medical device or the packaging of medical device.

Symbol of Unique device identifier

Unique device identifier

Indicates a carrier that contains uniques device identifier information.

Symbol of Importer

Importer

Indicates the entity importing the medical device into the locale.

Symbol of Authorized representative in the European Community / European Union

Authorized representative in the European Community / European Union

Indicates the authorized representative in the European Community / European Union.

Symbol of Distributor

Distributor

Indicates the entity distributing the medical device into the locale.

Symbol of Health care professional use

Health care professional use

Symbol indicates that the device is intended to be used by health care professionals.

Symbol of Contains or presence of Type IV allergen

Contains or presence of Type IV allergen

Medical glove with residual risk of causing Type IV allergy.