Specifies general criteria to be applied in the determination of bacterial endotoxins (pyrogens) on sterilized or sterilizable healthcare products, components or raw materials. Endotoxin methodologies covered include both qualitative (limit) methods and quantitative (end-point) methods. Determination of pyrogens other than bacterial endotoxins is not covered and acceptable levels for bacterial endotoxins are not covered.This standard was listed for public review in the 4/20/2001 issue of Standards Action. It is being resubmitted due to substantive changes to the text.