Virucidal testing: test methods overview for regulatory purposes and claim support - Current situation and future perspectives

During this webinar on virucidal efficacy test methods, we will be providing a global overview of the current EU and US product registration requirements, as well as introducing new EN virucidal test methods. We will also be discussing possible test method customizations to support both regulatory and claim purposes, such as the use of UV devices.

An introduction to new EN test methods will be given regarding virucidal test protocols for the evaluation of hand rub products and surface disinfection with mechanical action against viruses, specifically wipes and towelettes products. These protocols are crucial in determining the effectiveness of disinfectants against viruses and will soon play an important role in specific product type registration.

We will also be presenting case studies on frequently tested viruses, which will highlight the importance of using specific test viruses to support marketing claims.

In addition, we will be discussing the possible customization of test methods to support specific claims or regulatory requirements. The use of UV devices, for example, is an emerging trend in disinfection testing, and we will be exploring how these devices can be integrated into existing test protocols.

Overall, this webinar is an important opportunity for manufacturers alike to stay up-to-date on the latest virucidal efficacy test methods and regulations and be aware of the testing options in order to accurately market their products.

Michele Cavalleri has a solid background as GLP and ISO 17025 Test Facility Manager within Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Italy for over 14 years. From a technical point of view, he has gained a strong and reliable expertise, first as a validation manager and afterwards as Senior Scientific Director within the Eurofins BPT Europe, on efficacy validation of surface and equipment disinfection, as well as water treatment and aseptic filtration procedures. He is also member of the European Committee CEN TC 216 that establishes standardized methods of test and requirements for the disinfectant and virucidal efficacy of chemical disinfectants and antiseptics.

Giulia Sbarufatti has been working within Eurofins BioPharma Product Testing Italy since 2015, after a master degree in Molecular Biotechnology at the University of Milan. Giulia worked as analyst in the disinfectant efficacy lab as well as in the virus testing lab developing a significant expertise in viral testing. As Study Director and ISO 17025 Technical Supervisor, she has been in charge of disinfectant efficacy studies on both microbes and viruses. She has also been in charge of disinfectant efficacy validation studies. Giulia has led the Virus Testing Lab and she now holds the position of Business Unit Manager of Virus Testing Unit in which virucidal efficacy tests and viral clearance studies are performed.

• Test methods for virucidal efficacy testing overview (surface, airborne, antiviral)
• New virucidal test methods and EN normative evolution  (e.g. prEN 17430, with mechanical action)
• Possible test methods customization for regulatory purposes or claim support (UV devices)
• Viruses frequently tested for specific marketing claims, Case study