FDA-recognized standard · Orthopedic

ASTM F3738: Standard Test Method for Hip Simulator Wear Testing of Metal-on-Polyethylene Articulations Under Adverse Conditions Using Third-Body Particles

Yes. FDA recognizes ASTM F3738-25 as recognition 11-440, entered 2025-12-22.

Recognized editions of ASTM F3738

FDA recognitions of ASTM F3738, newest first (FDA database snapshot of 2026-09-01)
RecognitionEditionEnteredExtentTransition ends
11-440 ASTM F3738-25 2025-12-22 Complete —

Regulations

FDA lists these classification regulations against ASTM F3738: 21 CFR 888.3310, 21 CFR 888.3340, 21 CFR 888.3350, 21 CFR 888.3353, 21 CFR 888.3358, 21 CFR 888.3410.

Product codes that cite ASTM F3738

14 FDA product codes cite ASTM F3738, including JDI, KMC, KWZ, KXB, LPH.

Source: FDA Recognized Consensus Standards database, snapshot of 2026-09-01. Search every recognition in the Consensus Standards Lookup, or browse all standards with a page.