IVALON INSTRUMENT WIPE, IVALON KNIFE CLEANING BLOCK
K971473 · M-Pact Worldwide Management Corp. · GEC · Jul 7, 1997 · General, Plastic Surgery
Device Facts
| Record ID | K971473 |
| Device Name | IVALON INSTRUMENT WIPE, IVALON KNIFE CLEANING BLOCK |
| Applicant | M-Pact Worldwide Management Corp. |
| Product Code | GEC · General, Plastic Surgery |
| Decision Date | Jul 7, 1997 |
| Decision | SESE |
| Submission Type | Traditional |
| Regulation | 21 CFR 878.4800 |
| Device Class | Class 1 |
Intended Use
The Ivaion® Instrument Wipe and PVA Krife Cleaning Block are used to clean surgical instruments and knives.
Device Story
Ivalon Instrument Wipe and PVA Knife Cleaning Block are manual surgical accessories used to clean surgical instruments and knives. These devices are intended for use in clinical settings by healthcare professionals to remove debris from instruments during surgical procedures. The devices function as physical cleaning aids. No automated processing, software, or electronic components are involved.
Clinical Evidence
No clinical data; bench testing only.
Technological Characteristics
Manual surgical instrument cleaning accessories made of PVA (polyvinyl alcohol) material. Non-powered, standalone devices.
Indications for Use
Indicated for cleaning surgical instruments and knives.
Regulatory Classification
Identification
A manual surgical instrument for general use is a nonpowered, hand-held, or hand manipulated device, either reusable or disposable, intended to be used in various general surgical procedures. The device includes the applicator, clip applier, biopsy brush, manual dermabrasion brush, scrub brush, cannula, ligature carrier, chisel, clamp, contractor, curette, cutter, dissector, elevator, skin graft expander, file, forceps, gouge, instrument guide, needle guide, hammer, hemostat, amputation hook, ligature passing and knot-tying instrument, knife, mallet, disposable or reusable aspiration and injection needle, disposable or reusable suturing needle, osteotome, pliers, rasp, retainer, retractor, saw, scalpel blade, scalpel handle, one-piece scalpel, snare, spatula, stapler, disposable or reusable stripper, stylet, suturing apparatus for the stomach and intestine, measuring tape, and calipers. A surgical instrument that has specialized uses in a specific medical specialty is classified in separate regulations in parts 868 through 892 of this chapter.
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Submission Summary (Full Text)
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April 9, 2024
M-PACT Worldwide Management Corporation Barry Hale 1040 O.C.L. Parkway P.O. Box 618 Eudora, Kansas 66025
Re: K971473
Trade/Device Name: Ivalon Instrument Wipe, Ivalon Knife Cleaning Block Regulation Number: 21 CFR 878.4800 Regulation Name: Manual surgical instrument for general use Regulatory Class: Class I Product Code: GEC
Dear Barry Hale:
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is sending this letter to notify you of an administrative change related to your previous substantial equivalence (SE) determination letter dated July 7, 1997. Specifically, FDA is updating this SE Letter because FDA has better categorized your device technology under product code GEC.
Please note that the 510(k) submission was not re-reviewed. For questions regarding this letter please contact Yu-Chieh Chiu, OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices, 301-796-6196, yu-chieh.chiu@fda.hhs.gov.
Sincerely,
Yu-chieh Chiu -S
Yu-Chieh Chiu, Ph.D. Assistant Director DHT4B: Division of Infection Control and Plastic Surgery Devices OHT4: Office of Surgical and Infection Control Devices Office of Product Evaluation and Quality Center for Devices and Radiological Health
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Food and Drug Administration 9200 Corporate Boulevard Rockville MD 20850
Mr. Barry Hale M-PACT Worldwide Management Corporation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------1040 OCL Parkway PO Box 618 Eudora, Kansas 66025
Re: K971473
Trade Name: Ivalon Instrument Wipe and PVA Knife Cleaning Block Regulatory Class: I Product Code: GER Dated: April 21, 1997 Received: April 23, 1997
Dear Mr. Hale:
We have reviewed your Section 510(k) notification of intent to market the devices referenced above and we have determined the devices are substantially equivalent (for the indications for use stated in the enclosure) to devices marketed in interstate commerce prior to May 28, 1976, the enactment date of the Medical Device Amendments, or to devices that have been reclassified in accordance with the provisions of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (Act). You may, therefore, market the devices, subject to the general controls provisions of the Act. The general controls provisions of the Act include requirements for annual registration, listing of devices, good manufacturing practice, labeling, and prohibitions against misbranding and adulteration.
If your devices are classified (see above) into either class II (Special Controls) or class III (Premarket Approval), they may be subject to such additional controls. Existing major regulations affecting your devices can be found in the Code of Federal Regulations, Title 21, Parts 800 to 895. A substantially equivalent determination assumes compliance with the current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements , as set forth in the Quality System Regulation (QS) for Medical Devices: General regulation (21 CFR Part 820) and that, through periodic (QS) inspections, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) will verify such assumptions. Failure to comply with the GMP regulation may result in regulatory action. In addition, FDA may publish further announcements concerning your devices in the Federal Register. Please note: this response to your premarket notification submissions does not affect any obligation you might have under sections 531 through 542 of the Act for devices under the Electronic Product Radiation Control provisions, or other Federal laws or regulations.
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This letter will allow you to begin marketing your devices as described in your 510(k) Print reter will and in Jo The FDA finding of substantial equivalence of your devices to a premaily marketed predicate device results in a classification for your devices and thus, permits your devices to proceed to the market. -----------
If you desire specific advice for your devices on our labeling regulation (21 CFR Part 801 and additionally 809.10 for in vitro diagnostic devices), please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4595. Additionally, for questions on the promotion and advertising of your devices, please contact the Office of Compliance at (301) 594-4639. Also, please note the regulation entitled, "Misbranding by reference to premarket notification" (21 CFR 807.97). Other general information on your responsibilities under the Act may be obtained from the Division of Small Manufacturers Assistance at its toll-free number (800) 638-2041 or (301) 443-6597 or at its internet address "http://www.fda.gov/cdrh/dsmamain.html".
Sincerely yours,
Stephen Rhodes
Les. Galiz-M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D.
Celia M. Witten, Ph.D., M.D. Director Division of General and Restorative Devices Office of Device Evaluation Center for Devices and Radiological Health
Enclosure
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510(k) Number (if known): _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _ _
Device Name:
INDICATIONS FOR USE:
The Ivaion® Instrument Wipe and PVA Krife Cleaning Block are used to clean surgical instruments and knives.
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Concurrence of CDRH, Office of Device Evaluation (ODE)

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Division of General Restorative Devices
| 510(k) Number | K971473 |
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| Prescription Use | X | OR | Over-The-Counter Use |
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